Mechanical simulation

The finite element method (FEM) is a numerical method for solving problems of engineering and mathematical physics. Typical problem areas of interest include structural analysis, heat transfer, fluid flow, mass transport, and electromagnetic potential. The finite element method formulation of the problem results in a system of algebraic equations. The method yields approximate values of the unknowns at discrete number of points over the domain. In our group, we utilize a FEM simulation tool by midas NFX (Midas IT Co.) to objectively understand the relationship between mechanical loads and formed stresses on nano/micro-scaled materials to evaluate durability and stability of objects. Furthermore, we can estimate the functionality of mechanical energy harvesters with visualization of surface area and strain in material point of view.