Consequences of removing rounded edges on hollow profiles

Rectangular hollow sections are often used in structures. When presented with these profiles in FEA one can be tempted to remove the rounded edges but what are the benefits and what are the consequences of doing so? In this article, the second moment of area of the rectangular hollow section will be compared (with and […]

Introduction to Pipe Stress Fundamentals: Part I & II by Stressman Engineering

Stressman Engineering in partnership with EngineeringTrainer kindly invite you to join our training: Pipe Stress Fundamentals I & II by Stressman Engineering Online Training Live Session Courses. Introduction to Pipe Stress Engineering: Fundamentals I & II by Stressman Engineering will give you a strong base and solid understanding of Pipe Stress Engineering and will help you solve calculations easier […]

ANSYS Shell element Bug

Ansys shell element bug We were analyzing an excavator part for strength. We wanted to set up a global model to get all effects from the forces transferring through the hydraulic cylinders. The model was a combination of shell elements and solid bodies.Contacts and joints were set up, and a mesh for checking the connectivity […]