Fundamentals of Dynamic Analysis using LS-DYNA in Ansys Workbench: Part 2

This lecture continues the introduction of foundational concepts of dynamic analysis using Ansys LS-DYNA® nonlinear dynamics structural simulation software within the Ansys Workbench™ (WB) simulation integration platform as well as Ansys Mechanical™ structural finite element analysis software.  This lecture focuses on contact modeling and contact properties across both Ansys LS-DYNA and Ansys Mechanical software, as well as post-processing and quasi-static analysis. Two examples are included to help illustrate impacts of a ball on a metal plate and quasi-static results of a soda can being crushed. Combined with Lecture Part 1 (linked below), this resource gives a good foundational understanding of dynamic analysis within Ansys tools and how it can be utilized to understand different engineering systems.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand the principles of explicit dynamic analysis and how they apply to real-world engineering problems.
• Apply concepts such as contact modeling and properties, post-processing, and quasi-static analysis

Applicable Courses for Use

• Dynamics
• Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
• Mechanical Vibrations
• Computational Mechanics
• Impact and Crashworthiness Analysis

Downloadable Content

• Lecture PowerPoint file
  • built-in quiz questions
• Simulation Files
• Quiz Questions

Related Resources

Dynamic Analysis in Ansys LS-DYNA Part I | Education Resource

Explicit Dynamic with Ansys LS-DYNA | Education Resources

Simulating Non-Linear Crushing Behavior | Education Resources