ANSYS Workbench (Basic Level) Training Course

Introduction to ANSYS Workbench

• Workbench project workflows and available templates
• Interface navigation, unit systems, and data organization
• Project schematics and status of solution cells

Geometry Preparation and CAD Integration

• Importing CAD models and repairing geometric issues
• Foundations of SpaceClaim/DesignModeler for model simplification
• Creating name selections and managing parts and bodies

Engineering Data: Materials and Units

• Utilizing material libraries and defining custom properties
• Overview of linear elastic properties and temperature effects
• Assigning materials and maintaining unit consistency

Core Meshing Concepts

• Element types, sizing parameters, and relevance settings
• Local mesh refinement techniques and inflation layers
• Evaluating mesh quality and adhering to best practices

Configuring Static Structural Analysis

• Defining contacts, joints, and structural connections
• Applying loads, constraints, and boundary condition strategies
• Setting analysis parameters, solver controls, and convergence criteria

Solving, Post-Processing, and Result Interpretation

• Running solution jobs, tracking progress, and resolving issues
• Analyzing stress, strain, and deformation using path and probe tools
• Validating results and identifying common errors

Parametric Studies and Design Exploration (Introduction)

• Defining parameters, design points, and monitoring responses
• Conducting what-if scenarios and basic optimization approaches
• Generating reports and exporting outcome data

Conclusion and Future Directions