NEi to Show Simulation Software for Optimized Solutions

By DE Editors

Screenshot of NEi Nastran Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software used to investigate distribution of stresses on an innovative aircraft platform of carbon composite using crossflow fans for thrust and flow in place of a conventional propeller. Courtesy of Propulsive Wing LLC and Allred & Associates.

Noran Engineering,  Inc. (NEi; Westminster, CA) will demonstrate new software at the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International Conference (AUVSI) in San Diego, CA, June 10-12. Plus, the company is offering a webinar.

NEi’s software portfolio allows engineers to virtually test air, land, and maritime vehicles and components for mechanical stress,  deformation, vibration, thermal, and other technical parameters at the design stage before prototypes or parts are fabricated. Engineering simulation benefits the overall design process by giving developers the tools to explore design alternatives, identify problems, optimize component function, and save time and resources in prototypes and test.

Examples of new virtual test technology from NEi include automated impact analysis (AIA), which is used for impact scenarios from military projectiles to drop testing of electronics (cellphones, laptops). Another example includes composite material modeling and progressive ply failure analysis (PPFA), which provides insight into composite damage mechanisms so engineers can get the maximum benefit from this class of material. Composites are a frequent material choice in unmanned systems because of their performance characteristics like high strength to weight ratio and stealth. Plus, automated surface contact generation (ASCG) makes realistic simulation of contact in assemblies practical and affordable because it saves time. Last, design optimization finds solutions to problems that have competing parameters — for example, structures that must be both strong and light.

NEi invites attendees with an interest in virtual test software to sign up prior to the show (http://www.NENastran.com/AUVSI2008) so material may be prepared that can address your specific application.

Another offering from NEi is a webinar on using NEi software in the design process of heavy machinery. Register to attend an online session to see these capabilities and to experience how NEi Software can save you time and money. NEi’s one-hour webinar will introduce the ease-of-use capabilities of FEMAP’s pre/postprocessor along with NEi Nastran’s robust solver solutions. For further details, contact Noran Engineering, Inc. (NEi).

Sources:  Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.