Modeling and Computational Methods

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Keeping Tractors Cool

Computational fluid dynamics (CFD), part of finite element simulation and analysis, eliminates hand and spreadsheet calculations in analyzing the complex air flows needed to keep components cool under the hoods of farm tractors. CFD also eliminates the need for costly, time-consuming physical prototypes to test fan design.

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The Rise of Reverse Engineering

The Rise of Reverse Engineering

With the easy availability of computer-aided design packages, reverse engineering technology has become a practical tool to create a 3-D virtual model of an existing physical part. That, in turn, has made the use of 3-D CAD, computer-aided manufacturing, or other computer-aided engineering applications easier. Manufacturers are also finding new uses for these CAD-integrated reverse engineering software tools to speed up development and cut production costs.

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Analyze This

Analyze This

By using sophisticated simulation and analysis software, engineers can solve for more than one physical phenomenon at a time, saving considerable time and money in a variety of applications. Advanced simulation with design is becoming more accessible for larger companies with analysts on staff and for individual design engineers.

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System & Design Group (SDG)

ASME Systems and Design Groups promote the art and science of Mechanical Engineering in the broad technical areas of Systems and Design.

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Modeling and Computational Methods is the use of computer science to digitally represent complex aspects of the “real world” and predict what will happen when forces are applied. Computational methods and modeling, in particular finite element modeling, is everywhere in engineering and science as well as in basic design processes. Some experts believe misuse of computer modeling exacerbated Wall Street’s 2008 mortgage-financing implosion and subsequent recession.

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