Course Description

A comprehensive course designed for master and doctoral students in mechanics and mechanical engineering, focusing on Abaqus applications and development.

Course Objectives

• Master Abaqus/CAE basic modeling
• Understand linear and nonlinear applications in Abaqus/Standard and Abaqus/Explicit
• Learn advanced topics including engine analysis, fracture mechanics, and heat transfer
• Develop skills in Abaqus Scripting Interface and Python programming

Key Topics

• Basic Modeling
  • Abaqus/CAE fundamentals
  • Linear and nonlinear analysis
  • Large deformation and plasticity
  • Contact mechanics and dynamics
• Advanced Applications
  • Engine analysis
  • Fracture mechanics
  • Heat transfer problems
  • Multi-physics coupling
• Programming and Development
  • Python programming basics
  • Abaqus Scripting Interface
  • Python API for output database access
  • Post-processing techniques

Theoretical Framework

• Finite element method fundamentals
• Python programming concepts
• Multi-physics coupling theory
• Numerical analysis methods

Practical Applications

Students will gain hands-on experience in:

• Solving complex mechanics problems
• Heat transfer analysis
• Fluid dynamics simulation
• Electrical problems
• Multi-physics coupling scenarios