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AMME5912: Crash Analysis and Design
2025 unit information
The objective of the course is to give students skills in the area of highly non-linear finite element analysis. Major topics covered include CAD, Implicit / explicit codes, Wire frame geometry, Elemental Theory, Materials, Pre-processing using ETA-PreSys, Contact, LS-Dyna, using NCAC FEM models, Modeling fasteners and the interaction between solids and fluids. Material covered in lectures is reinforced through independent research, assignments, quizzes and a major capstone project. The capstone project involves the development of an approved crash scenario.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Engineering
| Study level | Postgraduate |
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| Academic unit | Aerospace, Mechanical and Mechatronic |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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(MECH2400 or MECH9400) and (AMME2301 or AMME9301) and MECH3460 and MECH3361. Computer Aided Drafting, Basic FEA principles and Solid Mechanics. |
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Corequisites:
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None |
| Prohibitions:
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None |
| Assumed knowledge:
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. Present findings and results by way of producing a written capstone project at near publication quality.
- LO2. Visually present and defend findings and results by way of a group presentation or audio embedded Powerpoint presentation.
- LO3. Develop competentcy in the use of CAD to develop FEA models
- LO4. Develop skills using a pre/post processor to mesh and apply boundary conditions to an FEA model.
- LO5. Introduce predefined small FEA automotive models and develop these into a defined virtual environment.
- LO6. Develop skills in editing and interpreting an LS-DYNA deck and output files.
- LO7. Develop and master skills in selecting the correct element type when developing an FEA model.
- LO8. Develop skills in the correct material model when developing an FEA scenario.
- LO9. Develop skills in the correct contact method when developing an FEA model.
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Semester 1 2025
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Normal day | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
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