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MSC Nastran

This document outlines the topics that will be covered in a course on MSC NASTRAN and PATRAN including introductions to finite element theory and modeling. It will cover creating models in PATRAN, generating input files for NASTRAN analysis, performing different types of analyses, interpreting output files, visualizing results, and debugging models. Tips for solving large problems will also be provided.

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MSC Nastran

This document outlines the topics that will be covered in a course on MSC NASTRAN and PATRAN including introductions to finite element theory and modeling. It will cover creating models in PATRAN, generating input files for NASTRAN analysis, performing different types of analyses, interpreting output files, visualizing results, and debugging models. Tips for solving large problems will also be provided.

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MSC NASTRAN /PATRAN SYLLABUS

Topics Covered: 

Introduction to finite element theory 


Introduction to finite element modeling 

Msc Nastran

Anatomy of the MSC.Nastran input file 


MSC.Nastran statements 
File management section 
Executive control section 
Case control section 
Bulk data section 

Msc patran

Model generation and verification using MSC.Patran 


Importing geometric data from other cad s/w
MSC.Patran overview 
Defining the analysis reference system: global versus local 
Creating geometric representation of structure 
Defining material and element properties 
Constraining the model 
Loading the model 
Meshing the model 
Midplane meshing
Model verification 
Creating load cases
Generating and submitting a ready-to-run MSC.Nastran input file 

Linear static analysis 


Introduction to linear static analysis 
Input entries required for linear static analysis 
Normal modes analysis 
Introduction to real eigenvalue analysis 
Input entries required for real eigenvalue analysis 

Importing an existing MSC.Nastran input file into MSC.Patran 

Anatomy of the .f06 file: MSC.Nastran output interpretation 


Results visualization using MSC.Patran 
Managing results visualization using viewports 
Animated deformation and stress contour plots 
Using visualization tools for model validation 
User-derived results from MSC.Nastran results 
X-Y plots of user-selected results 
Generating patran reports
Using patran input file & excel to do hand calculation using classical methods.
Model debugging tools and recommendations 
Tips for solving large problems.

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