Leverage cloud computing to perform complex analysis with advanced physics using the advanced simulation tools from SIMULIA on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform.
SIMULIA Structural Performance Engineer and SIMULIA Structural Mechanics Engineer leverage the proven Abaqus solver to help you tackle complex nonlinear structural problems efficiently.
These tools are part of the 3DEXPERIENCE cloud platform, allowing simulations to run in the cloud. This gives you access to more processing cores for faster results, while also freeing up your local machines for other design or simulation work, keeping you productive.
Check your parts and assemblies for stress, strain, displacement,
and factor of safety (FOS) under linear assumptions
Frequency Analysis
Predict the frequencies that your design will naturally resonate at
if excited by shock or vibration
Buckling Analysis
Calculate the buckling load factor for tall and slender structures
to estimate failure due to instability
Thermal (FEA)
Determine the temperature of parts and assemblies using an FEA
approach which excludes the effects of air, water or other fluids
Cloud Computing
Unlimited solving on cloud computing resources via the 3DEXPERIENCE
platform, expandable up to 144 CPU cores with the purchase of
optional SimUnit credits
Nonlinear Analysis
Account for large displacements, material nonlinearities, and
boundary nonlinearities such as contact and friction
Contact Modeling
Robust contact modeling capabilities, including general contact, to
automatically detect interactions
Implicit Dynamics
Model natural frequency extraction, transient model dynamics
Advanced Material Models
Simulate the realistic behavior of various materials
Modeling & Fracture Mechanics
Predict failure of complex materials
Comprehensive Meshing
An extensive library of mesh element types and sophisticated
approaches for mesh creation
Fatigue Analysis*
Use the direct cyclic approach to model progressive damage and
failure.
*Available with upgrade to relevant 3DEXPERIENCE role (Durability
Performance Engineer or Durability Mechanics Engineer)
Associative Geometry
Easily update simulations with SOLIDWORKS model changes for rapid
analysis iterations
Explicit Dynamics
Model high-speed dynamic events and extreme deformations
Material Calibration
Create accurate material models using test data
HOW CAN HAWK RIDGE SYSTEMS HELP?
The team at Hawk Ridge is here to help you succeed. Our experienced simulation team has helped many companies like yours implement advanced simulation to create better products.
One customer needed to simulate a destructive pull test of their industrial safety product. Accurate nonlinear analysis allowed them to visualize the large deformations and determine reaction forces up to complete failure of the device.
We helped another customer calibrate hyperelastic test data and simulate nonlinear deformation of a complex-shaped rubber seal.
We worked with a high-tech company to simulate an impact test on their new electronic device. They needed to obtain realistic stress propagation results for this highly dynamic event.
SERVICES
MORE THAN JUST A PROVIDER
Our engineers can help you with your specific analysis project. Whether this is your first encounter with advanced FEA or you’re an experienced analyst tackling a new type of simulation, we have flexible consulting and mentoring options to help you succeed.
TRAINING
IMPROVE PERFORMANCE THROUGH TAILORED LEARNING
The Hawk Ridge team has extensive simulation experience. We offer a variety of training options, from self-paced courses to custom one-on-one instruction.
SUPPORT
TOP-RANKED SUPPORT, COMMITTED TO YOUR SUCCESS
Our technical support team is always ready to answer software questions and assist with troubleshooting. Or we can take a closer look at your analysis in a personalized ask-an-expert session.
Do I use my computer or cloud computers to solve my simulations?
You choose which hardware is used. Cloud solving is a key benefit of SIMULIA on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform and allows you to perform complex analysis without the need to own expensive computer hardware. However, you can use your own computer to solve simulations locally if you prefer.
Where is my data saved?
Simulation models and results are securely stored on your private cloud tenant.
Do these tools integrate with SOLIDWORKS?
Yes. You’ll upload your SOLIDWORKS models to the cloud to set up and solve your simulations. The cloud copy is linked to your local file, so you can easily update your simulation with any changes to your SOLIDWORKS model, enabling rapid iteration.
What is the difference between implicit and explicit solving?
These are two different methods for solving FEA problems. The implicit solution technology is ideal for solving static and low-speed dynamic events, such as sealing pressure in a gasket joint or crack propagation in a composite airplane fuselage. The explicit solution technology available in Structural Mechanics Engineer is well-suited for high-speed dynamic events, such as consumer electronics drop testing, automotive crashes, and ballistic impact.
What is “general contact”?
It can be challenging and tedious to predict and define all the possible contacting surfaces in a simulation. The Abaqus solver uses “general contact” to automatically detect contact between different bodies, dramatically reducing missed contact definitions and time required to define contact in complex assemblies.
Are the 3DEXPERIENCE SIMULIA tools the same as SIMULIA Abaqus?
SIMULIA Structural Performance Engineer and SIMULIA Structural Mechanics Engineer use the same proven solver technology as the desktop version of Abaqus, but feature a modern user interface and new workflows designed specifically for the 3DEXPERIENCE platform.
What is a role?
The 3DEXPERIENCE platform is sold in modules called roles. Each role is for a specific task and a role can contain multiple applications. Every role on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform is tied to a specific user. Everyone connecting to the platform will need to be assigned their unique set of roles.
What roles are required to use the 3DEXPERIENCE platform?
There are two roles required to be connected to and to run additional programs on 3DEXPERIENCE. These foundation roles are called Collaborative Business Innovator and Collaborative Industry Innovator. These give you the ability to connect from any smart device from anywhere in the world. From any browser, you can view 3D content, manage revisions, lifecycles, and cloud data. Additional roles can be purchased for additional capabilities, such as Structural Performance Engineer, which adds simulation functionality.
How do I know what roles to buy?
We are here to assess your situation and get you exactly what you need without buying more than you require. Typically, not all roles are required for every user. For instance, let's say you have three people, two SOLIDWORKS engineers and the engineering manager, but only one engineer needs simulation capabilities. In that case everyone would need the foundation roles, however, the manager would not require anything additional and only one 3DEXPERIENCE SIMULIA role would be needed.