Structural Dynamics: Transient and Random Loading with nCode DesignLife

Historically, fatigue predictions have been based on measured strains, leading to quasi-static and time-based methods. This transferred neatly into the FE world with superposition of numerous linear load cases. Engineers need to push the boundaries and remove some simplifying assumptions, giving rise to 2 more analysis options. Some structures are now more flexible, and this can mean the structure becomes dynamic, creating the need for modal response methods whilst still being excited in the time domain. A second consideration is loading defined in the frequency domain, often described as random loading for shaker table testing, which can define rare events without the need for very long loading histories. In this session, we will discuss these various analysis types and demonstrate usage through simple nCode DesignLife examples.

Originally presented on May 13, 2021