Analysis of Machine Elements using SolidWorks Simulation 2009 is written primarily for
first-time SolidWorks Simulation 2009 users who wish to understand finite element
analysis capabilities applicable to stress analysis of mechanical
elements. The focus of examples is on problems commonly found in an
introductory, undergraduate, Design of Machine Elements or similarly
named courses.
In order to be compatible with most machine design textbooks,
this text begins with problems that can be solved with a basic
understanding of mechanics of materials. Problem types quickly
migrate to include states of stress found in more specialized
situations common to a design of mechanical elements course.
Paralleling this progression of problem types, each chapter
introduces new software concepts and capabilities.
Each chapter begins with
a list of Learning Objectives related to specific
capabilities of the SolidWorks Simulation program introduced in that
chapter. Most software capabilities are repeated in subsequent
examples so that users gain familiarity with their purpose and are
capable of using them in future problems.
Many examples are accompanied by
problem solutions based on use of classical equations for stress
determination. Unlike many step-by-step user guides that only
list a succession of steps, which if followed correctly lead to
successful solution of a problem, this text attempts to provide
insight into why each step is performed. All
end-of-chapter problems are accompanied by evaluation "checksheets"
to facilitate grading assignments.
