Modélisation et simulation par éléments finis

ME-373

Week 5: Convergence

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Description

Theory

Content: overview of the concept of convergence, learning how to carry out a mesh convergence study, examples of mesh convergence for different classes of Finite Elements. Advice on which element types are most suitable for solid mechanics.

Goal: being able to choose the most appropriate finite element type; being able to determine the optimal mesh size based on a convergence analysis of the relevant outputs of the model.

No tutorial this week, but an example will be demonstrated in class.


Exercise

Exo 4: exercise on how to carry out a mesh convergence study on a real part.

From this week on, groups for the exercise sessions are based on the mini-project groups (not any more by alphabetical order). See the list.


Mini project

Go on with the modeling. Your project specifications are being evaluated, feedback will be given this week.

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