BlogLaminated Composites Modelling Using Ansys Workbench LS-DYNA
Laminated composite materials such as fiber reinforced polymers (FRPs) offer exceptional strength-to-weight ratios, making them essential in aerospac…
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Materials Selection Software for Engineering
Ansys Granta provides materials information management software to empower companies with Material Intelligence. Ansys Granta MI™ offers a scalable solution for creating and managing material data, seamlessly integrating with CAD, CAE, and PLM systems for consistency. Choose the best material with Ansys Granta Selector, leveraging a comprehensive database. Improve simulation accuracy with access to our extensive materials data library.
Materials Data for Simulation
Granta MDS delivers precise data tailored for simulations and seamlessly integrates into Ansys Flagship Simulation Solvers- Mechanical, Electronics Desktop, Fluent, and Discovery. Access over 2,600 simulation-ready materials instantly, embedding a simulation-ready dataset directly into leading Ansys solvers.
- Trusted Data
- Simulation-ready Material Models
- Easy Access
Ansys Granta Selector
Ansys Granta Selector combines comprehensive materials data with powerful selection tools to help engineers identify the most suitable materials for their applications. Compare, filter, visualize, and evaluate materials based on performance, cost, sustainability, and design requirements to make faster, data-driven decisions.
- Comprehensive Materials Data
- FE Export and Ansys Workbench Integration
- Eco Design Audit
- Part Cost estimation
Ansys Granta MI Pro
Granta MI Pro seamlessly combines in-house and Ansys Granta reference data, instantly accessible to CAD designers and CAE analysts. This entry-level solution streamlines materials management, offering real cost and time savings across the organization. With its intuitive interface and 25 years of expertise, MI Pro empowers design and simulation teams to efficiently create, import, visualize, and analyze materials data. Flexible and scalable to meet the evolving needs of your organization.
- Store data securely
- Import from Ansys Granta Selector
- Export to SOLIDWORKS®
Ansys Granta MI Enterprise
Ansys Granta MI Enterprise facilitates comprehensive management of the materials data lifecycle, from test data to design and beyond. Advanced data flow tools ensure efficient capture, processing, and approval, seamlessly integrating materials information into business practices. Utilize proven data management templates to establish appropriate data structures for complex scenarios like additive manufacturing or composites. Access a comprehensive library of quality reference information, covering metals, plastics, and composites, all within the same system.
- Test Data Management
- Minimize Restricted Substances Risk
- Integrate seamlessly with CAD, CAE and PLM Systems
Ansys Granta Edupack
Granta EduPack provides interactive, visually engaging software tools designed for materials education, tailored to disciplines such as engineering, design, science, and sustainability. It covers a broad spectrum of subjects and interdisciplinary areas related to materials and design. With its educational software and a wealth of over 200 teaching resources, educators can easily enrich courses across all academic years.
- Material selection
- Eco Audit Tool
- Learning and Teaching Resources
- Sythesizer Tool
- Advanced Material comparision
Ansys Granta drives digital transformation by providing tools and solutions for efficient materials information management. Through Granta's capabilities, organizations can digitize and centralize their material data, enabling easier access, analysis, and integration across various engineering workflows.
Equip your materials experts to balance trade-offs, cutting costs, reducing weight, and enhancing product quality.
Enhance simulation precision through access to an unrivalled collection of material property data.
At all levels of manufacturing enterprises, challenges arise regarding restricted substances, spanning from corporate liability concerns among executives to practical material choices made by engineers. Address these challenges effectively with the Ansys Granta MI Restricted Substances Module, enabling the identification and reporting of potential restricted substances in your product.
Key Advantages:
1. Mitigate business risks associated with restricted substance regulations (e.g. REACH).
2. Proactively ensure compliance during the design phase, minimizing costs and maximizing impact.
3. Prevent significant expenses, delays, or damage to reputation by avoiding non-compliance incidents.
4. Make informed decisions based on robust data regarding materials and specifications influencing restricted substance usage.
Design engineers can streamline design iterations by enhancing materials decisions early in the conceptual phase.
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Aerostructures
Ansys Granta aids in aero structures applications by providing comprehensive materials data and tools for informed decision-making. It enables engineers to select the most suitable materials for specific aerospace structural components, considering factors such as performance, weight, durability, and compliance requirements. Additionally, Granta facilitates the integration of materials data into simulation workflows, ensuring accurate analysis and optimization of aero structures for enhanced safety, efficiency, and performance.
Environmental Pollution Control
Granta contributes to environmental pollution control by facilitating the management and analysis of materials data essential for sustainable practices. It enables organizations to track and assess the environmental impact of materials used in their products and processes, helping identify opportunities for improvement. Granta's tools support the selection of eco-friendly materials, substitution of harmful substances, and compliance with environmental regulations. By optimizing material choices and minimizing environmental footprint, Granta assists in mitigating pollution and promoting environmental stewardship across industries.
Manufacturing Industries
With Granta, manufacturers can make informed decisions about material selection, substitution, and optimization to improve product quality, reduce costs, and enhance sustainability. Additionally, Granta facilitates compliance with industry regulations and standards, streamlines collaboration among multidisciplinary teams, and accelerates innovation and product development cycles.
Electric Motors
Ansys Granta provides the extensive add-on magnetic material data for electric motors simulations.
Education and Research
Granta equips students, researchers, and educators with valuable resources for studying and understanding material properties, behaviors, and applications across various disciplines. Granta enables academic institutions to integrate real-world materials data into curricula, research projects, and laboratory exercises, enhancing the quality and relevance of educational experiences. Additionally, Granta supports research endeavors by facilitating data-driven analysis, simulation, and innovation in materials science, engineering, and related fields.
FAQs
What is Ansys 3D Design?
Ansys 3D Design is a suite of tools — including SpaceClaim and Discovery — that lets engineers create, modify, and simulate 3D geometry directly within the Ansys simulation environment, eliminating the need to switch between separate CAD and analysis packages.
How do I download Ansys 3D Design tools?
Licensed users can download Ansys SpaceClaim and Discovery through the Ansys Customer Portal. Contact CADFEM APAC to obtain a licence or request a free trial for evaluation.
How to install Ansys SpaceClaim?
Download the installer from the Ansys Customer Portal, run the setup wizard, and enter your licence server details. Detailed system requirements and step-by-step guides are available in the Ansys Installation Guide included with the download.
How can I learn Ansys SpaceClaim?
Ansys offers free self-paced courses on Ansys Learning Hub, along with official documentation and video tutorials. CADFEM APAC also provides instructor-led training tailored to your industry and workflow.
How to export data from Ansys SpaceClaim?
Use File → Save As to export geometry in formats such as STEP, IGES, ACIS, Parasolid, STL, and more. SpaceClaim also supports direct export to downstream Ansys solvers via Workbench.
How to create a mesh in Ansys Discovery?
Ansys Discovery generates an automatic mesh in real time as you run simulations. For refined control, switch to Refine Mode where you can define mesh sizing, inflation layers, and element types before solving.
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