Altair SimSolid for Structural Analysis

The revolutionary simulation software SimSolid opens up possibilities that traditional FEA software cannot offer.

SimSolid is a virtual testing environment and structural analysis solution developed specifically for rapidly evolving design processes.

Eliminate Geometry Simplification ↗

SimSolid’s unique technology totally eliminates geometry simplification and meshing: the two most time-consuming, expertise extensive and error-prone tasks done in traditional structural analysis.

Analyze Complex and Large Assemblies ↗

Conceived to analyze complex parts or large assemblies not practical with traditional FEA, SimSolid excels faced with ragged contact surfaces having both gaps and overlapping geometry.

Get Results in Seconds to Minutes ↗

SimSolid is fast, having solution times measured in seconds to minutes, typically, on a standard PC, enabling comparison between multiple design scenarios quickly and accurately.

1183 assembly parts

12 min simulation setup

30 seconds solve on 4 CPU

Solutions

Modal
Linear Statics
Nonlinear Statics (contact, material, geometrical)
Fatigue
Frequency Response
Linear Transient
Random Response
Thermal
Thermal-Stress
Global-local
Prestressed and Sequential Analysis
Inertia Relief
Bolt Pretension
Linear Superposition
Linearized Stresses

Materials

Isotropic
Orthotropic
Elastoplastic
Rigid
Fluid Bodies
User Extensible

Connections

Auto-connections
Bonded, Sliding, and Seperation with Friction
Bolts
Spot Welds
Solid Seam Welds
Bushings
Rivets
Virtual Connections
Adhesives
Joints

Results

Contours and Animations
Displacement, Stress, Strain, Velocity, Acceleration, ERP
Frequency and Mode Shapes
XY Plots
Modal Participation Factors
Forces: Reaction, Contacts, Bolts, and Welds
Safety Factors
Contact Responses
Strain Energy Density
Total Strain Energy