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  1. EdwardNigma

    Modeling Spring Elements (CBUSH, CELAS) in Patran

    Hi everyone, I work in aircraft interiors, and we often ask our suppliers to validate their FEMs using a simplified box model with floor beams that represents a galley. I mainly review their stress reports, where they reference FEM data, through hand analysis, and interface loads review through...
  2. EdwardNigma

    Mastering FEA: How to Get Through Stage 2 (Developing Good Modeling Techniques)?

    Hey everyone, I recently picked up a book by Dominique Madier titled Practical Finite Element Analysis for Mechanical Engineers, and one key takeaway is that mastering FEA involves three stages. First, learning the theory—understanding the math, governing equations, and physics behind finite...
  3. EdwardNigma

    How can I achieve mastery in a stress engineering role working in the aerospace industry?

    Hey all. Recently, I was listening to a podcast with a guest named Scott Galloway. Scott mentioned that the key to building wealth is by finding something we are good at, that has a 90-95% employment rate, and being at the top 10% or better yet 1% of employees which made me think about my...
  4. EdwardNigma

    When should I use principal stresses instead of von Mises stresses and vice versa?

    Hello guys. I know this has been asked many times but I’m interested in knowing the main differences between von Mises, Tresca, and Principal Stress theory and when to apply them. The reason why I ask is because I've mostly worked in aerospace and I first started my career out of college as...
  5. EdwardNigma

    How can I self-learn finite element analysis in a group that does minimal FEM work?

    Hi all. As the subject states, I'm interested in learning FEA at work even if it's for simple applications. I currently work in a large stress engineering group where we check suppliers' FEM analyses for aircraft interiors but it comes in the form of a report. We perform simple hand calculations...

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