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SOLIDWORKS Simulation Premium: Nonlinear

The SOLIDWORKS Simulation Premium: Nonlinear course is designed to elevate your SOLIDWORKS Simulation Finite Element Analysis (FEA) skills to the next level. This course provides hands-on experience with the SOLIDWORKS Simulation Premium nonlinear module, focusing on a broad spectrum of nonlinear structural/mechanical analysis topics. Over two days, participants will learn how to effectively manage models that exhibit large displacements and/or yielding. The course covers the use of various material models available in SOLIDWORKS Simulation and, crucially, guides participants on how to drive a nonlinear analysis to successful completion.

Course Duration

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Online (Live, Instructor-Led)

Prerequisites

Course Duration

2 Days (7 hours/day)

Format

In-Person

Prerequisites

– SOLIDWORKS Simulation Essentials Course
– Working basic knowledge of finite elements
– Knowledge of basic mechanical principles

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Course Examples

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Skills Learned

  • Gain an understanding of how to handle models with large displacements and yielding.
  • Explore and apply various material models available in SOLIDWORKS Simulation for nonlinear analysis.
  • Learn strategies for successfully completing nonlinear analyses.
  • Develop skills to address complex structural and mechanical analysis challenges.

Course Examples

SOLIDWORKS Simulation Premium: Nonlinear Course Syllabus

Lesson : Geometric Nonlinear Analysis

  • Small Displacement Analysis
  • Large Displacement Analysis
  • Finite Strain Analysis
  • Large Deflection Analysis

Lesson : Material Models and Constitutive Relations

  • Elastic Models
    • Linear Elastic Model
    • Nonlinear Elastic Model
    • Hyper-elastic Models
  • Elasto-Plastic Models
    • Basic Characteristics
    • Essential Concepts of Elasto-plasticity
    • Elasto-Plastic Models
  • Super Elastic Nitinol Model
    • Flow Rule
  • Linear Visco-Elastic Model
  • Creep Model

Lesson : Interaction Analysis

  • Component Interaction/ Gap Conditions
  • Local Interaction/ Gap Conditions
  • Troubleshooting for Gap / Interaction Problems

Lesson : Numerical Procedures for Nonlinear FEA

  • Incremental Control Techniques
    • Force Control Method
    • Displacement Control Method
    • Arc-length Control Method
  • Iterative Methods
    • Newton-Raphson (NR)
    • Modified Newton-Raphson (MNR)
  • Termination Criteria

Lesson 1: Large Displacement Analysis

  • Case Study: Hose Clamp
  • Linear Static Analysis
    • Auxiliary Boundary Conditions
    • Solvers
    • Geometrically Linear Analysis: Limitations
  • Nonlinear Static Study
    • Time Curves (Load Functions)
    • Fixed Incrementation
    • Large Displacement Option: Nonlinear Analysis
    • Analysis Failure: Large Load Step
    • Fixed Time Incrementation Disadvantages
    • Autostepping
    • Autostepping Incrementation
    • Autostepping Parameters and Options
    • Advanced Options: Step/Tolerance Options
  • Linear Static Study (Large Displacement)

Lesson 2: Incremental Control Techniques

  • Incremental Control Techniques
    • Force Control
    • Displacement Control
  • Case Study: Trampoline
  • Linear Analysis
    • Membrane Structures
  • Nonlinear Analysis – Force Control
    • Initial Instability of Thin Flat Membranes
    • Releasing Prescribed Displacement
    • Restart Function
    • Analysis Progress Dialog Box
    • Analytical Results for Membranes
  • Nonlinear Analysis – Displacement Control
    • Displacement Control Method: Displacement Restraints
    • Single Degree of Freedom Control Limitation
    • Loading Mode in Displacement Control Method

Lesson 3: Nonlinear Static Buckling Analysis

  • Case Study: Cylindrical Shell
  • Linear Buckling
    • Linear Buckling: Assumptions and Limitations
  • Linear Static Study
  • Nonlinear Symmetrical Buckling
    • Arc Length Control Method
    • Arc Length: Parameters
    • Symmetrical vs. Asymmetrical Equilibrium, Bifurcation Point
  • Nonlinear Asymmetrical Buckling
  • Exercise 1: Nonlinear Analysis of a Shelf
    • Linear Buckling Analysis
    • Nonlinear Buckling Analysis
  • Exercise 2: Nonlinear Analysis of Remote Control Button

Lesson 4: Plastic Deformation

  • Plastic Deformation
  • Case Study: Paper Clip
  • Linear Elastic
  • Nonlinear Study with Linear Material
  • Nonlinear – von Mises
  • Nonlinear – Tresca’s
  • Stress Accuracy (Optional)
    • Mesh Sectioning
  • Exercise 3: Stress Analysis of a Beam
    • Using Nonlinear Elastic Material
  • Exercise 4: Oil Well Pipe Connection
    • Materials
    • Loading Conditions

Lesson 5: Hardening Rules

  • Hardening Rules
  • Case Study: Crank Arm
  • Isotropic Hardening
  • Kinematic Hardening

Lesson 6: Analysis of Elastomers

  • Case Study: Rubber Pipe
  • Two Constant Mooney-Rivlin (1 Material Curve)
    • Coefficient of Determination
  • 2 Constant Mooney-Rivlin (2 Material Curves)
  • 2 Constant Mooney-Rivlin (3 Material Curves)
  • 6 Constant Mooney-Rivlin (3 Material Curves)
  • Exercise 5: Analysis of a Seal

Lesson 7: Nonlinear Interaction Analysis

  • Case Study: Rubber Tube
  • Connections
    • Interactions
    • Connectors
    • Contact Instabilities
    • Stabilization
    • Explore and Compare Stabilizing Solutions
  • Dynamic Solution
  • Exercise 6: Seal Assembly
  • Exercise 7: Container Seal
  • Exercise 8: Gear Assembly

Lesson 8: Metal Forming

  • Bending
  • Case Study: Sheet Bending
    • Plane Strain
    • Large Strain Formulation Option
    • Convergence Problems
    • Automatic Stepping Problems
    • Small Strain Vs. Large Strain Formulations
  • Exercise 9: Large Strain Contact Simulation – Flanging
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December 19, 2025 @ 2:19 am – 2:19 am CST

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