PATRAN and ABAQUS finite element analysis

Author: Wang Xu
Publisher:
Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: This book provides an in-depth and systematic introduction to the usage methods and techniques of MSC.Patran and MSC.Nastran software through a large number of detailed analytical examples. The book is divided into 13 chapters, covering the functions and features of MSC.Patran and MSC.Nastran software; the basic processes of finite element modeling and analysis; interfaces with CAD software; linear static analysis processes; modal analysis processes; dynamic analysis processes; nonlinear analysis processes; thermal analysis processes; optimization design analysis processes; linear and nonlinear buckling analysis processes; linear cyclic symmetry analysis processes; superelement analysis processes, and more. The content of the book is comprehensive and detailed, with concise and clear explanations of the fundamental knowledge and basic processes involved. The examples provided are typical and professional, making it suitable for in-depth study and reference. The accompanying CD-ROM provides source programs for all the examples. This book can serve as a reference for engineering professionals to learn and use, as well as a teaching material for students and faculty in science and engineering disciplines to study MSC.Patran and MSC.Nastran software.