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MEE 323 Computer Aided Engineering II

Homework #1
Assigned:August 26, 2016

Due Date:September 02, 2016, by 11:59 PM

Instructions:
Please create a folder named Homework_1 in your U:\ drive. Save all of your model data and a
copy of your homework report in this folder. You may use this word file as a template for your
homework report.
Homework Objectives:
Become familiar with sketching using Design Modeler in ANSYS. Create 3-D models from
sketches using various methods such as Extrude, Revolve, and Sweep.
Please answer the following question:
(1) Describe briefly the concept of finite element analysis. Also describe in your own words the
basic steps to be carried out in a finite element analysis.
ANSYS Exercises:
Read section 2.3 of the textbook it contains a helpful overview of the sketching tools available
in Design Modeler.
Question 1:
Two steel rods of diameter 25mm are joined to form a "T" part as shown below. A 10mm
diameter through hole and a 10mmx10mm square through hole are placed as shown (the 65mm
dimension locates the left edge of the 10x10 square through hole). Create a model of the part.

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(1) Show 5 to 6 figures of intermediate modeling steps including at least one sketch, and figures
of the part at every major step of the modeling effort (each
(each extrusion both to add material
and cut material).

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