Finite element analysis (FEA) sheds a gap between challenge and innovation in technological evolution. It is proven to be a powerful analysis tool in evaluating the functionality of product design and continued to fuel the R&D in various manufacturing industries for estimation of structural strength and behavior, modelling, simulation, and design optimization. This scenario opens up a great opportunity for us exploring practical and integrated approaches that appreciate the purposes of finite element programs on the market. Perfect for engineering student, professionals or scholars, this book offers practical and comprehensive documentation that combines finite element theory with the practices in helping readers to develop overall competency with the software. Topics covered include an introduction to standard graphical user interface (GUI) features, additional insight on Mechanical APDL commands and other advanced features in ANSYS Workbench environment. This book also provides step-by-step tutorials on related topics, which prepares the reader to focus on the fundamental technique in developing and interpreting FEA models. Easy to understand, simple and straight-forwards examples, make this book a good start to transform a novice to mastery of ANSYS.

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