Dynamic finite element analysis of structures

ME-473

week 5 - Finite element method

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Description

Tasks for week 5

  • Gain a thorough understanding of solid 3D elements.
  • Explore the MATLAB PDE Toolbox and Abacus examples.
  • Work collaboratively with your group on the first mini-project and ensure submission by the week’s end.
  • No problem set for this week.

Access to Abaqus 

To use Abaqus remotely, you can connect to the Virtual Desktop Infrastructure hosted at EPFL. Follow these steps: 

  1. Connect to http://vdi.epfl.ch
  2. For better performance install the VMWare Horizon client from that page. If you prefer simplicity, just use the Web virtual desktop client on that page.
  3. If you have installed VMWare Horizon, launch it and click "New Server" to add the server "vdi.epfl.ch". Double click on that server in the list to start your connection.
  4. Enter your EPFL login and password (both Web and Horizon client)
  5. Click on the Virtual Machine "STI-Windows 10"
  6. IMPORTANT: at the end of your session, make sure to LOG OUT!

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