Structural Optimization Guide: Building Smarter, Lighter, and Stronger Designs
Introduction Structural optimization is an established engineering methodology used to improve structural designs by systematically changing material distribution, geometry, or member sizing to meet defined performance targets. In most engineering organizations, optimization is no longer “nice to have.” It is a practical way to reduce mass, improve stiffness, control stress hotspots, and increase overall efficiency […]
What Is Thermal Stress Analysis? Abaqus and ANSYS Guide Explained
Thermal stress analysis is the process of evaluating mechanical stress caused by temperature changes in materials and structures. When materials heat up, they tend to expand; when they cool down, they contract. If this expansion or contraction is unconstrained, the material simply changes size without any stress. But if parts of a structure are restrained […]
Introduction to UMAT Subroutine in Abaqus
In many engineering projects, the built-in material models in Abaqus are not enough for capturing complex material behavior. This is where user-defined material subroutines come into play. Abaqus allows advanced users to write their own material model through a User MATerial subroutine, commonly known as UMAT. In simple terms, a UMAT is a piece of […]
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 […]
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 […]
