Summary
In this chapter, we explored the procedures involved in analyzing axisymmetric bodies. Various strategies for analyzing components that satisfy the axisymmetric condition were highlighted. Using two case studies, we have demonstrated how to analyze axisymmetric components with shell elements (thin-walled members) and with the axisymmetric plane element. A few of the key concepts we explored included:
- How to apply symmetric boundary conditions to the edges of partial symmetric surface body
- How to apply a pressure load and centrifugal speed load
- How to duplicate a study and how to create/refine the simulation mesh
- How to compare results between studies in the same configuration
- How to use the probe tool to obtain the average values of stress
- How to visualize a 3D plot for a study conducted with an axisymmetric plane element
You can deploy these concepts for similar design problems that you may have. In the next chapter, you will learn about...
