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Pre-Analysis & Start-Up
Pre-Analysis
In the Pre-Analysis step, we'll review the following:
- Mathematical model: (e.g.: We'll look at the governing equations + boundary conditions and the assumptions contained within the mathematical model.)
- Numerical solution procedure in ANSYS: (e.g.: We'll briefly overview the solution strategy used by ANSYS and contrast it to the hand calculation approach.)
- Hand-calculations of expected results: (e.g.: We'll use an analytical solution of the mathematical model to predict the expected stress field from ANSYS. We'll pay close attention to additional assumptions that have to be made in order to obtain an analytical solution.)
Mathematical Model
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Numerical Solution Procedure in ANSYS
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Hand-Calculations of Expected Results
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Start-Up
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Using ohm’s Law IR=Vthe voltage drop along the wire is calculated to be 0.1 volts. The resistivity is also calculated using the equation =RA/Lwhich is calculated to be 3.06796(10)^-7 ft. We are now ready to begin the simulation.
Start-Up
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Now that the the pre-calculations are finished, we are ready to begin the simulation in ANSYS AIM. Open ANSYS AIM by going to Start > All Apps > ANSYS 18.1 > ANSYS AIM 18.1. Once starting page has opened, select the Electric conduction template as shown below.
