Nonlinear Analysis with MSC Nastran Training Course (NAS103)

This course provides a working knowledge of the nonlinear capabilities of MSC Nastran for static and dynamic analysis. Both geometric and material nonlinearity are discussed in detail. Nonlinear features of MSC Nastran elements are explained and several examples are presented. Some practical guidelines for nonlinear analysis are also given.

Who Should Attend:

• MSC Nastran users wanting to learn about nonlinear analysis
• Engineering Analysts
• University lecturers and students
  

Course Content:

• Introduction
• Nonlinear static analysis strategies
• Newton-Raphson method
• Advancing schemes
• Stiffness update schemes
• Line search
• Convergence and divergence
• Restarts
• Geometric nonlinear analysis
• Large rotations
• Follower forces
• Linear and nonlinear buckling analysis
• Material types
  • Nonlinear elastic
• Hyperelastic (Green elastic)
• Elastoplastic
• Creep
• Temperature dependent
• Nonlinear elements
• Small strain elements
• Large strain elements
• Contact (interface) elements
• Gap
• Slidelines
• Nonlinear transient analysis
• Integration schemes
• Mass, damping, and load specification
• Restarts
• Superelements
• Special topics
• Nonlinear modal analysis
• Composite elements

Prerequisites:

• Linear Static and Normal Modes Analysis with MSC Nastran (NAS101) or equivalent is recommended
• Experience with dynamic analysis and superelement analysis is recommended

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