Introduction to SimXpert FE Workspaces (SMX101)

SMX101 is the introductory course for new SimXpert users. Students will master the basic skills required to use SimXpert in typical MCAE applications. A brief introduction to building and running templates is also included. SMX101 emphasizes practical skills development through comprehensive, hands-on laboratory sessions. Students will learn to build analysis models using SimXpert, define material properties, create boundary conditions, apply loads, and submit their job for analysis and postprocess results.

Topics

• Take a model through the complete design and analysis cycle
• Learn graphics manipulation, imaging, and viewing techniques
• Import geometry and manipulate it in SimXpert
• Practice using different meshing techniques
• Learn how to verify and check the quality of a finite element model
• Use Parts and Groups to control subsets of your model
• Record a Macro, edit and replay
• Interrogate and Modify your Finite Element Model

Prerequisites

A basic knowledge of statics and strength of materials is recommended.