Parametric PDG Product Design, Engineering, FEA, Service

ENGINEERING & FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS

Experienced engineers will agree that there is simply no substitute for quick hand calculations during the concept phase of the design process.

Once a final concept is selected, Finite Element Analysis (FEA) is an excellent tool for improving and optimizing structural, thermal, and kinematic component and system performance.

Through the use of FEA, parts and assemblies can be quickly analyzed prior to production tooling investment and without muddling through numerous prototypes and testing iterations.

FEA was once only possible through standalone codes and at the hands of engineering specialists. However, modern codes are now being integrated into many popular CAD applications, at a nominal cost. CAD platforms like ProEngineer and SolidWorks put the power of FEA in the hands of designers and engineers with a basic understanding of engineering fundamentals, material properties, loads, and boundary conditions...without the high cost of standalone FEA codes.

The results are Faster Development Cycles, Lower Costs, Improved Product Quality through:

Elimination of Prototyping
Reduction of Testing
Accelerated Cycles of Learning
Quick Analysis of Design Alternatives
Optimized Component Geometry
Optimal Material Evaluation & Selection
Right Design - Out of the Gate

Simulation of Overload Conditions

Engineering analysis (FEA) is just another tool with which Parametric PDG can assist you with your project!