Innovative Material Selection with Ansys Granta Selector

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Ansys Granta: Innovative Solutions in Engineering and Design Accurate management and usage of material data are key to success in today's engineering projects. Ansys Granta provides a comprehensive solution for material selection, data management, and analysis needed in engineering and design processes. In this article, we will explore the features, benefits, and contributions to engineering processes of Ansys Granta Materials Data and Ansys Granta Selector.

Ansys Granta Materials Data for Powerful Data Management in Simulation Granta Materials Data is a comprehensive platform that ensures engineers access accurate material data. The data is used in design, simulation, and production processes for critical decisions. Main Features

1. MaterialUniverse™:
   • Technical, economic, and environmental data on over 4,000 commercial engineering materials.
2. JAHM Dataset:
   • Temperature-dependent curve data for over 14,500 metals, polymers, and ceramics.
3. Advanced Material Data:
   • Specialized datasets for industries like aerospace, medical, and electromagnetic materials.
4. Integration Capability:
   • Fully compatible with tools such as Ansys Mechanical, Fluent, and Discovery. These datasets enable engineers to optimize their designs and achieve more accurate simulation results.

Ansys Granta Selector for Innovative Material Selection Ansys Granta Selector is a powerful software developed for accurate material selection in engineering projects. With its extensive database and advanced analytical tools, it helps balance performance and cost targets in projects. Importance of Material Selection Material selection directly affects a product's durability, cost, and environmental impact. Incorrect material selection can lead to production errors and high costs. Ansys Granta Selector offers a data-driven approach to overcome these challenges. Key Features

1. Comprehensive Database:
   • Contains information on thousands of material types and properties worldwide.
2. Multi-Criteria Comparison:
   • Analyzes factors such as cost, durability, and weight simultaneously.
3. User-Friendly Interface:
   • Provides an easy user experience with simple and effective tools. Application Areas

• Aerospace and Space: Lightweight and high-strength materials.
• Automotive: Materials optimized for fuel efficiency.
• Health Technologies: Selection of biocompatible materials.

Material Selection for Performance and Sustainability Ansys Granta Selector not only balances cost and performance in projects but also prioritizes environmentally friendly materials in its analyses. This is a critical advantage for engineers looking to reduce carbon footprint and enhance sustainability. AI-Powered Analyses Ansys Granta Selector manages engineering projects more efficiently and quickly with artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies, simplifying complex material selection processes.

Innovative Solutions with FE-TECH Advanced Engineering FE-TECH Advanced Engineering offers the advantages of powerful tools like Ansys Granta Selector and Materials Data through its consulting, training, and project support services, assisting engineers in making the right material choices.

Ansys Granta platforms optimize material selection and data management in engineering projects. With Ansys Granta Materials Data, you can achieve accurate simulation results and improve your projects in terms of cost and performance with Ansys Granta Selector. We at FE-TECH Advanced Engineering are proud to offer the benefits of these powerful tools in innovative projects.

Material Selection with Ansys Granta Selector: Sample Project Project Name: Lightweight and Durable Automotive Chassis Design

1. Step: Setting Project Objectives
   • Objective: Increase durability while reducing weight by 20%.
   • Constraints: Cost limit and environmental durability.
2. Step: Reviewing Material Data Set
   • Tool: Ansys Granta Selector.
   • Data Source: MaterialUniverse™, JAHM temperature-dependent data set.
3. Step: Defining Material Criteria
   • Criteria:
     • Mechanical properties (tensile strength, fatigue life).
     • Thermal properties (thermal conductivity, expansion coefficient).
     • Environmental impact (recyclability).
4. Step: Multi-Criteria Comparison
   • Software Tool: Granta Selector's comparison module.
   • Result: Lightweight steel alloys and carbon fiber composites were recommended.
5. Step: Simulation and Verification
   • Tools: Ansys Mechanical, Ansys Fluent.
   • Analyses:
     • Durability under static load.
     • Resistance to environmental conditions (humidity, temperature).
6. Step: Evaluating Results and Decision Making
   • Decision: Preference for carbon fiber composites due to weight advantage.
7. Step: Transition to Production Process
   • Production Parameters: Material shaping and assembly features were optimized.