Instructor Led Femap Training

NEi Fusion, NEi Works This online class is intended to be a quick start training class for NEi Fusion or NEi Works. It covers different strategies for modeling such as when to use shell elements vs. solid elements. It also covers the basic analysis capabilities such as Linear Static Analysis for stress, Normal Modes Analysis for finding natural frequencies, and Buckling Analysis. You will also learn about more unique  more...

NEi Explicit An introduction to highly nonlinear, contact/ impact analysis using NEi Explicit solver to create simulations with motion, impact and large deformations. Prerequisites: Proficiency in the use of Femap and basic Nastran knowledge Length: 2 Days  more...

Shock and Vibration, DDAM Analysis Advanced discussion of dynamics as applied to shock and vibration. Will discuss modal analysis, modal significance, response spectrum analysis, harmonic analysis, transient analysis and DDAM and how each of these are applied to shock and vibration analyses. Will discuss modeling issues specific to these types of analyses and things to look for when checking and debugging these models.  more...

Integrated NEi Nastran and Femap ...ew knowledge into practice. The important features of the Femap GUI are introduced in a logical and informative manner. At the same time the essentials of Nastran are explored so that students can learn the basics of the Nastran analysis and file structure. Emphasis during the class is on the construction of proper analysis models, and the effective use of the various solution types. Additional  more...

Nonlinear Analysis Advanced discussion of the use of nonlinear analysis. Material and geometric (large displacement and contact) nonlinearities are discussed. Students learn when to use nonlinear analysis, and how to troubleshoot the models. Prerequisites: Basic Nastran and Femap Length: 3 Days  more...

Heat Transfer Analysis Advanced discussion of the thermal analysis capabilities in Nastran. Topics include steady state heat transfer, and nonlinear transient heat transfer. Discussions include the necessary material data, and the ability to specify temperature dependent material data. Prerequisites: Proficiency in the use of Femap, and basic Nastran knowledge Length: 2 Days  more...

Dynamic Analysis Advanced discussion of the use of dynamic analysis. Topics include frequency, transient, and random response analysis. Students are taught how to setup the various inputs and interpret the results. Prerequisites: Proficiency in the use of Femap and basic Nastran knowledge Length: 3 Days  more...

Femap API ...Femap Application Programming Interface. Learn how to streamline laborious processes with: automated geometry and model creation; bolt and spot weld strength analysis; enhanced layer and group manipulation; automated interface with MS EXCEL; enhanced composite layup schedule entry; creation of stand-alone FE based programs for use throughout organization; custom optimization programs; automated  more...

Composite Analysis Discussion of the composite structures analysis capabilities in Nastran. Topics include orthotropic and anisotropic material types. Discussions include the use of 2-D laminate elements, and the construction of 3-D solid models. Prerequisites: Basic Femap and Nastran Length: 2 Days  more...