ANSYS Workbench (Basic Level) Training Course

Introduction to ANSYS Workbench

• Project workflows in Workbench and template usage.
• User interface navigation, unit systems, and data handling.
• Understanding project schematics and cell states.

Geometry Preparation and CAD Integration

• Importing CAD files and repairing geometric issues.
• Essentials of SpaceClaim/DesignModeler for model simplification.
• Managing name selections and part/body structures.

Engineering Data: Materials and Units

• Exploring material libraries and creating custom material properties.
• Overview of linear elastic properties and temperature-dependent behavior.
• Applying materials and maintaining consistent units.

Core Concepts of Meshing

• Element types, sizing parameters, and relevance factors.
• Techniques for local mesh refinement and inflation layers.
• Assessing mesh quality and adhering to best practices.

Configuring Static Structural Analysis

• Setting up contacts, joints, and structural connections.
• Strategies for applying loads, constraints, and boundary conditions.
• Analysis settings, solver management, and convergence criteria.

Solving, Post-Processing, and Result Interpretation

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

Parametric Studies and Design Exploration (Introductory)

• Defining parameters, design points, and monitoring responses.
• Conducting what-if scenarios and understanding basic optimization.
• Generating reports and exporting final results.

Conclusion and Future Directions