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Creo Simulate 8.0 Training
Structural and Thermal Analysis
Learning Guide Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction to Creo Simulate
• 1.1 Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
• 1.2 FEA Solution Refinement
• 1.3 P-Elements
• 1.4 Convergence Methods
• 1.5 Types of Analysis in Creo Simulate
• 1.6 FEA Process
• 1.7 CAD Model Preparation
• 1.8 Creo Simulate Modes of Operation
Chapter 2: Basic Creo Simulate Modeling
• 2.1 Launching Creo Simulate
• 2.2 Modeling Steps
• 2.3 Analysis
• 2.4 Results
Chapter 3: Loads and Constraints
• 3.1 Constraints
• 3.2 Loads
• 3.3 Surface Regions
• 3.4 Singularities
Chapter 4: Shell Idealizations
• 4.1 Shell Idealizations
• 4.2 Midsurface Shells
• 4.3 Standard Shells
• 4.4 Applying Loads and Constraints to Shell Models
Chapter 5: Beams and Frames
• 5.1 Beam Idealization
• 5.2 Beam Definitions
• 5.3 Beam Sections
• 5.4 Beam Coordinate Systems
• 5.5 Beam Releases
• 5.6 Beam Analysis Results
Chapter 6: Sensitivity and Optimization Design Studies
• 6.1 Design Considerations
• 6.2 Types of Design Studies
• 6.3 Design Variables
Chapter 7: Assembly Interfaces
• 7.1 Types of Interfaces
• 7.2 Bonded Interface
• 7.3 Free Interface
• 7.4 Contact Interface
• 7.5 Reviewing Interfaces
• 7.6 Setting Up Contact Analysis
• 7.7 Mesh Refinement
Chapter 8: Thermal Analysis
• 8.1 Modes of Heat Transfer
• 8.2 Creo Simulate Thermal
• 8.3 Modeling Steps
• 8.4 Analysis
• 8.5 Results
• 8.6 Thermal Load Transfer
Chapter 9: Modal Analysis
• 9.1 Natural Frequency
• 9.2 Natural Modes
• 9.3 Defining a Modal Analysis
Chapter 10: Welds, Springs, and Masses
• 10.1 Weld Connections
• 10.2 Springs
• 10.3 Masses
Chapter 11: Fasteners and Rigid Links
• 11.1 Rigid Links
• 11.2 Fasteners
Chapter 12: Buckling Analysis
• 12.1 Theory of Buckling
• 12.2 Creo Simulate Buckling Analysis
Appendix A: Basics of Structural Analysis
• A.1 Quantities and Units
• A.2 Newton's Laws
Appendix B: Poisson's Ratio Project
• B.1 Poisson's Ratio
Appendix C: Verification and Practice Examples
• C.1 Structural Analysis
