The schedule for our 2012 training classes is now available. The classes cover the following topics: polymer mechanics, experimental testing, material model selection, and advanced finite element modeling techniques.
Veryst Engineering offers both online (web-based) and in-person (classroom-style) training classes covering the following topics: polymer mechanics, experimental testing, material model selection, and advanced finite element modeling techniques. The training classes are targeted to people with an interest in learning the state of the art in experimental testing and finite element modeling of parts made from plastics, rubbers, thermosets, or other types of polymers.| February 15 - 16, 2012 | Finite Element Modeling of Solid Polymers (Part 1) This is the original training class that we have been giving for a number of years. It provides a great introduction to a large number of topics. |
Web-based |
| April 3 - 4, 2012 | Experimental Testing of Solid Polymers for Finite Element Modeling This is a hands-on class that combines: experimental testing of elastomers and thermoplastics, selection and calibration of a suitable material model, and incorporation of the calibrated material model into different FE programs. The experiments will be performed in the same lab as the class. |
In-person |
| May 8 - 9, 2012 | Advanced Finite Element Modeling of Solid Polymers (Part 2) This class is an extension of the original Part 1 class, and covers in more depth the theory of different material models, and hands-on exercises designed to teach how to use the different models to solve real problems. |
Web-based |
| September 12, 2012 | Failure Predictions of Rubbers and Thermoplastics using FEA Predicting failure of different polymers can be difficult due to material non-linearities and sensitivity to the load environment. In this class we will discuss different techniques that can be used to predict both brittle and ductile failure, including fatigue, of different types of polymers. |
Web-based |
| October 16 - 17, 2012 | Finite Element Modeling of Solid Polymers (Part 1) This is the original training class that we have been giving for a number of years. It provides a great introduction to a large number of topics. |
Web-based |
| November 27 - 28, 2012 | High-Strain Rate Testing and Modeling of Solid Polymers Foams, elastomers, and other polymers are often exposed to high-strain rates and impact events. Due to the strain-rate dependence of these materials it is important to have accurate experimental data in order to select and calibrate a suitable material model. In this class we will demonstrate the use of split Hopkinson-bar tests and traditional uniaxial tests, and also provide hands-on excersices for how to use the experimental data to calibrate suitable material models. All experiments will be performed in the same lab as the class. |
In-person |
I gave a presentation on advanced FE modeling of PLLA intereference screws at the ANSYS User's conference in Boston on Sep 14, 2011. In my presentation I discussed how the design of degradable screws can be optimized for use in Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery. PLLA is a non-linear viscoplastic material that can be accurately modeled using the PolyUMod library.
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Well about the units is not a restriction to use...
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