Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Science

DEPARTMENT OF AEROSPACE ENGINEERING

Course Outline, Winter 2012

AER 626: Applied Finite Elements (FEM)

Instructor: Availability: Prerequisites: Required Texts: Reference Text:
Professor Seyed M. Hashemi, Office: ENG 149, Phone: 416-979-5000, x 6421 Email: smhashem@ryerson.ca During the Counseling hours (Thursdays and Fridays; as would be posted on instructors office door) or by appointment, the contacts may also be made via Email, using the students Ryerson University email address AER 520 and MTH 510 A First Course in the Finite Elements Methods (5th Edition), Daryl L. Logan, Brooks/Cole Thomson Learning Finite Element Analysis Theory and Application with ANSYS, (3rd Edition), by: Saeed Moaveni, Prentice Hall (April 6, 2007) Concepts and Applications of Finite Element Analysis, R.D. Cook, Wiley

Calendar Description:

(http://www.ryerson.ca/calendar/2011-2012/pg2572.html) Fundamentals of finite elements method will be explained. Application of finite elements to stress analysis, heat transfer and free vibrations will be discussed. Trusses, beams and frame elements will be introduced. Applications using engineering software. At the end of this course, the successful student will be able to: 1. Demonstrate competence in the mathematics and engineering science of FEM applied to simple Springs, Trusses, Frames, 2D Stress Analysis, and 1D Heat Transfer, and Free Vibrations applied to simple structural elements (1) 2. Apply appropriate knowledge to analyze and formulate a solution to Statics/ Force Analysis of Spring assemblies, Trusses, Frames, and 2D elements, and 1D Heat Transfer problems, as well as Dynamics of simple structural elements (2) 3. Design solutions to structural-elements (and simple structures) design problems with attention to stress/displacement weight minimization (4) 4. Regular use of FEM software (ANSYS) for lab projects (5) 5. Work individually to analyze and solve FEM problems and projects (6) 6. Produce effective written communication using a coherent, logical and professional style with an appropriate format, while delivering assignments, lab reports and tests (7)

Learning Objectives:

7. Design solutions to structural-elements (and simple structures) design problems with attention to stress/displacement analyses, time management in lab projects and weight/material minimization (economic concerns) (11) Note: Numbers in parentheses refer to the graduate attributes required by the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board. For more information, see: http://ryerson.ca/feas/programs/qa/gradattributes.html

Course Organization: Course Evaluation:

3 hours of lectures per week for 13 weeks, in 1 combined section and one hour of laboratory per week for 12 weeks One Teaching Assistant (TA); Nicholas Erdelyi (nerdelyi@ryerson.ca) Assignments: Lab projects: Term Test (Late February-early March): Final Exam (covers all the course material): Total: 10% 20% 20% 50% 100%

Examinations:

4 to 6 sets of Assignments (once every two weeks, on average), 3 to 4 Lab projects, Mid Term Test after 6th week, Max 2 hours, closed book, Final Exam, during exam period, Max 3 hours, closed book

Course Content:
1. 2. Introduction and general steps of the Finite Element Method (FEM), applications and advantages of the FEM, role of the computer and computer programs for the FEM. Introduction to the stiffness (displacement) method; Stiffness matrix for a spring and truss element; Developing the stiffness equations on the computer including the system equations, compatibility equations, equilibrium equations, assembly process and boundary conditions, solution of a plane truss. Development of beam equations, beam stiffness, example of beam analysis using direct stiffness method, distributed loading. Derivation of element equations from virtual work. Plane stress and plane strain problems using constant-strain triangular elements. Heat transfer problems. The weighted residual methods, method of moments, Galerkin method, least square method, collocation method. Practical considerations in finite element analysis, finite element modeling, equilibrium and compatibility of finite element results, convergence of solution, interpretation of results.

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Important Notes: ! Normally, it takes between one to two weeks to cover each of the above-mentioned topics (depending on the complexity and/or importance of the material to be taught, the size of corresponding Chapters, etc.). The order of presentation is subject to change. ! Lab includes projects involving use of a commercial finite element software package. ! Dates for term tests and other assignments will be announced in class, however should any of the above-mentioned dates, deadlines and grade distributions change, the changes will be discussed with the class.
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The students will have one week to submit the assignments; The assignments would be marked (the marks wont be posted) and returned within 10-15 days after they are handed; The solutions will be made available thereafter, There will be penalty for the late submissions (a late submission of more than 2 days will result in a Zero mark for that assignment).

Please also note:

1. All of the required course-specific written reports will be assessed not only on their

technical/academic merit, but also on the communication skills exhibited through these reports.
2. All assignment and lab/tutorial reports must have the standard cover page which can be completed and printed from the Department website at www.ryerson.ca/aerospace/undergraduate/ . The cover page must be signed by the student(s) prior to submission of the work. Submissions without the cover pages will not be accepted. 3. Should a student miss a mid-term test or equivalent (e.g. studio or presentation), with appropriate documentation, a make-up will be scheduled as soon as possible in the same semester. Make-ups should cover the same material as the original assessment but need not be of an identical format. Only if it is not possible to schedule such a make-up may the weight of the missed work be placed on the final exam, or another single assessment. This may not cause that exam or assessment to be worth more than 70% of the students final grade. If a student misses a scheduled make-up test or exam, the grade may be distributed over other course assessments even if that makes the grade on the final exam worth more than 70% of the final grade in the course. 4. Students who miss a final exam for a verifiable reason and who cannot be given a make-up exam prior to the submission of final course grades, must be given a grade of INC (as outlined in the Grading Promotion and Academic Standing Policy) and a make-up exam (normally within 2 weeks of the beginning of the next semester) that carries the same weight and measures the same knowledge, must be scheduled. 5. Medical or Compassionate documents for the missing of an exam must be submitted within 3 working days of the exam. Students are responsible for notifying the instructor that they will be missing an exam as soon as possible. 6. Requests for accommodation of specific religious or spiritual observance must be presented to the instructor no later than two weeks prior to the conflict in question (in the case of final examinations within two weeks of the release of the examination schedule). In extenuating circumstances this deadline may be extended. If the dates are not known well in advance because they are linked to other conditions, requests should be submitted as soon as possible in advance of the required observance. Given that timely requests will prevent difficulties with arranging constructive accommodations, students are strongly encouraged to notify the instructor of an observance accommodation issue within the first two weeks of classes. 7. The results of the first test or mid-term exam will be returned to students before the deadline to drop an undergraduate course in good Academic Standing. 8. Students are required to adhere to all relevant University policies including: Undergraduate Grading, Promotion and Acad. Standing, http://www.ryerson.ca/senate/policies/pol46.pdf Student Code of Academic Conduct, http://www.ryerson.ca/senate/policies/pol60.pdf Student Code of Non-Academic Conduct, http://www.ryerson.ca/senate/policies/pol61.pdf Undergraduate Academic Consideration and Appeals, http://www.ryerson.ca/senate/policies/pol134.pdf Examination Policy, http://www.ryerson.ca/senate/policies/pol135.pdf Accom.of Student Relig., Abor. and Spir. Observance, http://www.ryerson.ca/senate/policies/pol150.pdf Est.of Stud. Email Accts for Official Univ. Commun., http://www.ryerson.ca/senate/policies/pol157.pdf 9. Students are required to obtain and maintain a Ryerson Matrix e-mail account for timely communications between the instructor and the students. 10. Any changes in the course outline, test dates, marking or evaluation will be discussed in class prior to being implemented.

Prepared by:

S. M. HASHEMI"

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Date: ___January 9, 2012_______

Seyed M. Hashemi

January 10, 2012 Reviewed by: _________________________________ Date: _________________________ J. Lassaline