Practical Nonlinear Finite Element Analysis

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Learn Modeling Techniques for Nonlinear Analysis

with Dominique Madier (FEA Academy)

👉 15 Online Lectures
👉 7 hours
👉 Watch the videos at your own pace
👉 Ask your questions in the discussions space

A complete program to learn and master the universal nonlinear FEA modeling techniques while giving you the best practical methods, guidelines, and examples in an interactive learning experience.

FEA Workflows

with Dr. Steffan Evans (Evotech CAE)

👉 17 videos
👉 5 hours
👉 Software examples showing particular FEA workflows

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What You Get in the Course?

15 Lectures (7 hours)

A complete program teaching you Nonlinear Analysis in detail and offering the best practical methods, guidelines and examples to solve solid mechanics and structural problems
17 FEA Workflows (5 hours)

To augment your learning experience, you will have access to software examples showing particular FEA workflows.
Many Simple Examples

All the presented nonlinear FEA concepts are illustrated with simple examples to permit you understanding nonlinear analysis in detail.
Keep Track of Your Knowledge

Use our PDF file containing questions with answers related to the course content. Also, test yourself to validate your knowledge by answering the quizzes after each lecture.
On-Demand

Learn at your pace by watching the videos of the course. Access the virtual classroom 24/7 from everywhere, you just need an internet access.
Geometric Files

Download the geometric files of the examples and replicate them with your own FEA package.
Q&A

Ask your questions in the discussions space associated with each lecture. The instructor will answer all of them. Every students can see the questions with answers.
Download the Slides

Download all the PDF slides of the 15 lectures.
Unlimited Access

You will have an unlimited access to the FEA Academy virtual classroom to revisit the lectures for your day-to-day work.

Course curriculum

1. Course Presentation
  FREE PREVIEW
1. Three Questions about You
2. Virtual Classroom Functionalities
1. Lecture #1: Introduction to Nonlinear Static Analysis
2. Quiz #1: Introduction to Nonlinear Static Analysis
1. Lecture #2 - Geometric Nonlinearity
2. FEA Workflow #1: General Example
3. FEA Workflow #2: Multi Load Case
4. FEA Workflow #3: Linear Vs Nonlinear
5. FEA Workflow #4: Model Build and Linear Verification
6. FEA Workflow #5: Geometric Nonlinearity and History Path
7. FEA Workflow #6: Load History and Cumulative Effect
8. FEA Workflow #7: Incremental Load Steps
9. Quiz #2 - Geometric Nonlinearity
1. Lecture #3: Material Nonlinearity
2. FEA Workflow #1: Coupon Plasticity
3. FEA Workflow #2: Permanent Deformation
4. FEA Workflow #3: Punch Forming
5. Quiz #3: Material Nonlinearity
1. Lecture #4: Boundary Nonlinearity
2. Quiz #4: Boundary Nonlinearity
1. Lecture #5 - Should You Run a Linear or a Nonlinear Analysis?
1. Lecture #6 - How Do FEA Solvers Compute Nonlinear Problems
2. Quiz #6 - How Do FEA Solvers Compute Nonlinear Problems
1. Lecture #7 - Summary of the Nonlinear Solution Strategy
2. Quiz #7 - Summary of the Nonlinear Solution Strategy
1. Lecture #8 - Strategies to Avoid and Solve Convergence Issues
2. Quiz #8 - Strategies to Avoid and Solve Convergence Issues
1. Lecture #9 - Modeling Contacts #1
2. Quiz #9 - Modeling Contacts #1
1. Lecture #10 - Modeling Contacts #2
2. Quiz #10 - Modeling Contacts #2
1. Lecture #11 - Modeling Contacts #3
2. FEA Workflow #1: Shock Absorber
3. FEA Workflow #2: Involute Gear
4. FEA Workflow #3: Bolted Joint
5. FEA Workflow #4: Interference Fit
1. Lecture #12 - Examples of Nonlinear Static Analysis
1. Lecture #13 - General Recommendations for Nonlinear Analysis
2. Quiz #13 - General Recommendations for Nonlinear Analysis
1. Lecture #14 - Common Mistakes in Nonlinear Analysis
1. Lecture #15 - Introduction to Nonlinear Buckling
2. FEA Workflow #1: Structural Collapse
3. FEA Workflow #2: Load Redistribution
4. FEA Workflow #3: Fuselage Buckling
5. Quiz #15 - Introduction to Nonlinear Buckling
1. 90 Questions about Nonlinear FEA with Answers
1. About the instructors
2. About the course material
3. About the course content
4. About your learning experience
1. Share Your Experience with Fellow Students and Engineers

About this course

$750.00
12 hours of video
Unlimited Access
An FEA specialist answers your questions

FAQ

What is the objective of the course?

👉 To offer the best practical methods and guidelines for the development and validation of finite element models in solid mechanics and structural analysis for nonlinear behaviors.
👉 Its objective is to give mechanical structural engineers the keys to developing accurate and reliable finite element models by avoiding the most frequent errors.
What will FEA Academy deliver through this course?

FEA Academy will deliver you real and practical knowledge that you need day-to-day to solve solid mechanics and structural problems using Finite Element Analysis.
What will this course allow you to do?

👉 The course will permit you to perform your analysis for your day-to-day work in FEA.
👉 With this course, you will understand nonlinear FEA in detail and you will have confidence in your results.
What is the prerequisite to attend the course?

👉 The prerequisite to attend this course is a robust general physics background.
👉 A basic knowledge of FEA is recommended
👉 A review of university-level in solid mechanics, statics & strength of materials is recommended.
Who should attend?

👉 Engineers who want to move into the domain of FEA in solid mechanics and structural analysis.
👉 Engineers who need a refresher to brush-up their knowledge in FEA.
👉 New graduates who want to learn how FEA is applied in the industry to solve solid mechanics and structural problems.

Your instructors

Dominique Madier

| FEA Analyst | FEA Trainer | Book Author |
| Founder & Director of FEA Academy |

[email protected]

👉 Senior aerospace consultant and trainer with 25 years’ experience in FEA.

👉 He has an advanced expertise in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) of static and dynamic problems for linear and nonlinear structural behaviors on aerospace metallic and composite structures such as aircraft fuselage, wing, empennage, nacelle, engine pylon and systems.

👉 Dominique conducted detailed finite element analyses for aerospace companies in Europe and in North America: Airbus, Dassault Aviation, Safran, Bell Helicopter, Bombardier Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney Canada, Beta Technologies, and their subcontractors.

👉 He is the author of the book “Practical Finite Element Analysis for Mechanical Engineer”. 650+ pages offering the best practical methods and guidelines for the development and validation of finite element models.

👉 Dominique is the founder & director of FEA Academy, a company offering FEA Consulting & FEA Training.

Steffan Evans

| FEA Analyst & Trainer |
| Director of Evotech CAE Ltd. |

[email protected]

👉 Doctor of Engineering, ‘Multi-Parameter Structural Optimisation'.

👉 Steff is a Chartered Mechanical Engineer in UK.

👉 He obtained the NAFEMS Certification Professional Simulation Engineer at Advanced Level.

👉 Steff spent 20 Years in Airbus/BAE Systems Supply Chain involved in Strategic FEA Development, Analysis and Verification.

👉 Since the last 5 years, he is running Evotech CAE Ltd, an engineered product consultancy company in CAE, FEA and Design Optimisation, partnered with MSC Software for training and technical resales.

👉 Steff is known as “The Apex Guy” on LinkedIn.

Elevate your knowledge of FEA TO THE NEXT LEVEL

Because the Real World is Nonlinear

👉 This course will give you an edge over other engineers
👉 You will become a more versatile engineer
👉 This course will give you confidence in your results
👉 You will understand nonlinear FEA in detail
👉 You will learn what a nonlinear solver is doing in the background
👉 Download all the geometric files
👉 Expand your career opportunities
👉 Improve your versatility
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Practical Nonlinear FEA - Course Reviews

Very practical and easy to watch

Ido Lavi

The course is so easy to understand and it is really practical. Thank you!

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Very good

BABU K

I enjoyed it very well. Watch the videos at least twice. Learn and practice. I really enjoyed it. Thanks

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Very good course

Asem Al-Habyan

Dominique Madier and Steffan Evans clearly put a lot of effort into this course. They effectively demonstrate proper modeling techniques for non-linear analysis. I highly recommend both FEA Academy courses and eagerly await their new courses. I'm ...

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Excellent course for reviewing the concepts of Non linear Analysis

Vakul Agarwal

The course has provided me more confidence and clarity on how to perform the Non-Linear Analysis in my day to day work life

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15 Lectures (7 hours)

17 FEA Workflows (5 hours)

Many Simple Examples

Keep Track of Your Knowledge

On-Demand

Geometric Files

Q&A

Download the Slides

Unlimited Access

Introduction

Before we begin...

Lesson #1: Introduction to Nonlinear Static Analysis

Lesson #2 - Geometric Nonlinearity

Lesson #3: Material Nonlinearity

Lesson #4: Boundary Nonlinearity

Lesson #5 - Should You Run a Linear or a Nonlinear Analysis

Lesson #6 - How Do FEA Solvers Compute Nonlinear Problems

Lesson #7 - Summary of the Nonlinear Solution Strategy

Lesson #8 - Strategies to Avoid and Solve Convergence Issues

Lesson #9 - Modeling Contacts #1

Lesson #10 - Modeling Contacts #2

Lesson #11 - Modeling Contacts #3

Lesson #12 - Examples of Nonlinear Static Analysis

Lesson #13 - General Recommendations for Nonlinear Analysis

Lesson #14 - Common Mistakes in Nonlinear Analysis

Lesson #15 - Introduction to Nonlinear Buckling

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