Everything Engineers Need to Know About Fracture Mechanics and Simulation
Fracture Mechanics Explained: Concepts, Software Applications, and Simulation Insights By Saman Hosseini, Fracture Simulation Expert Hello! I’m Saman Hosseini, and I’ve spent years working on fracture mechanics simulation projects. In this post, I’ll walk you through the core concepts of fracture mechanics – like what stress intensity factors and Paris’ law mean – and share […]
Life Assessment and Creep Damage Analysis of Welded Components
Life Assessment and Continuum Damage Creep Analysis of Welded Components By: Saman Hosseini – Expert in creep welding simulation, fatigue, and FFS Level 3 assessments. Introduction Imagine a high-pressure steam pipe in a power plant, with countless welded joints, all enduring red-hot temperatures for decades. How do engineers predict whether those welds will survive or […]
Master Python Scripting in Abaqus: Automate Your CAE Workflows
If you’re still setting up every simulation by hand, you’re missing out on huge time savings. Modern CAE tools let Python scripts orchestrate the whole workflow – geometry, mesh, solver setup and post-processing – as one seamless pipeline. In fact, “CAE automation is the process of streamlining simulation workflows—geometry creation, meshing, solver setup, and post-processing […]
Digital Twin in Engineering Simulation: Transforming CAE & FEA
Introduction: Bridging Physical and Virtual Worlds in Engineering Imagine if every physical machine or product you design had a living virtual copy that evolves alongside it, predicting issues before they occur and optimizing performance in real-time. This is the promise of the Digital Twin. In the world of engineering simulation, digital twins are revolutionizing how […]
How to Become a CAE Engineer and Earn Money with FEA Projects
Introduction Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) – especially Finite Element Analysis (FEA) – is at the heart of modern product development. From cars and aircraft to electronics and buildings, virtually every industry uses CAE simulations to test and optimize designs before anything is built. This widespread adoption makes CAE engineering an exciting and lucrative career path. In […]
Fatigue Life Prediction in FEA – A Comprehensive Guide (ANSYS, Abaqus, fe-safe & More)
Introduction Fatigue failure is one of the most common causes of unexpected breakdowns in engineering structures subjected to cyclic loading. Even when stresses are well below a material’s yield or ultimate strength, repeated load cycles can initiate small cracks that grow over time, eventually leading to catastrophic fracture. Predicting fatigue life (the number of cycles […]
Additive Manufacturing & Welding Simulation in FEA: A Comprehensive Guide
Additive manufacturing (often called 3D printing) and traditional welding are both processes that involve melting and fusing material. These processes offer incredible possibilities (from printing intricate medical implants to welding critical oil-and-gas pipelines), but they also introduce challenges like residual stresses, distortion/warping, and complex thermal histories. Finite Element Analysis (FEA) has become an indispensable tool […]
Abaqus Training & Consultancy: Mastering FEA from Basics to Advanced Worldwide
Introduction Picture a young engineer facing a complex Finite Element Analysis (FEA) problem in Abaqus – unsure how to proceed, deadlines looming. Now imagine that same engineer after expert training and mentoring: confidently simulating, interpreting results, and delivering innovations ahead of schedule. This transformation is the power of comprehensive Abaqus training and consultancy. Whether you’re […]
Predictive Corrosion Modeling in Pipes and Vessels Using AI and Finite Element Methods
Revolutionizing Corrosion Simulation in Pipes and Vessels: Leveraging AI and FEM Software for Accurate Predictive Maintenance Corrosion is one of the most challenging issues in engineering, especially when considering its long-term impact on the integrity of critical infrastructure, such as pipes, pressure vessels, and marine structures. The need for advanced methods to simulate corrosion and […]
Hydrogen Embrittlement in Metals: Causes, Simulation, and Prevention
Hydrogen embrittlement (HE) is a phenomenon where metals become unexpectedly brittle and crack due to the absorption and diffusion of hydrogen atoms into the material. Essentially, hydrogen infiltrating the metal reduces its ductility and fracture toughness, so that even below the normal yield strength the material can fracture in a brittle manner. This insidious form […]
