Creo Simulate 6.0 Tutorial

This textbook is written for first-time FEA users in general and Creo Simulate users in particular. After a brief introduction to finite element modeling, the tutorial introduces the major concepts behind the use of Creo Simulate to perform Finite Element Analysis of parts. These include modes of operation, element types, design studies (analysis, sensitivity studies, organization), and the major steps for setting up a model (materials, loads, constraints, analysis type), studying convergence of the solution, and viewing the results. Both 2D and 3D problems are covered.

This tutorial deals exclusively with operation in integrated mode with Creo Parametric. It is suitable for use with both Releases 6.0 of Creo Simulate.

The tutorials consist of the following:

• 2 lessons on general introductory material 

• 2 lessons introducing the basic operations in Creo Simulate using solid models 

• 4 lessons on model idealizations (shells, beams and frames, plane stress, etc) 

• 1 lesson on miscellaneous topics 

• 1 lesson on steady and transient thermal analysis