Introduction to Finite Element Analysis of Composite Structures

Finite element analysis (FEA) is a powerful tool to help design composite structures, optimize performance, and improve the quality and efficiency of manufacturing processes.  FEA results can provide important insights but can also lead to false conclusions if appropriate methods are not employed.

This AIM Event webinar will provide an introduction to FEA of composite structures.  It will examine the important differences between FEA for metallic and composite structures, provide guidance on the definition of key material properties, and discuss how to interpret results.  It will also provide information on how the results are affected by the selection of manufacturing parameters and how insights from the results can be used to design appropriate manufacturing processes.

Presenter: Alastair Komus, A&S Composites Engineering

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