Ebook: ANSYS Tutorial Release 9

The nine lessons in this book introduce the reader to effective finite element problem solving by demonstrating the use of the comprehensive ANSYS FEM software in a series of step-by-step tutorials. Topics covered include problems involving trusses, plane stress, plane strain, axisymmetric and three-dimensional geometries, beams, plates, conduction and convection heat transfer, thermal stress, and more. The tutorials are suitable for either professional or student use. Table of Contents Lesson 1 - Trusses Lesson 2 - Plane Stress, Plane Strain Lesson 3 - Axisymmetric Problems Lesson 4 - Three-Dimensional Problems Lesson 5 - Beams Lesson 6 - Plates Lesson 7 - Heat Transfer, Thermal Stress Lesson 8 - p-Method Lesson 9 - Selected Topics