MCE 202 Coupled Thermo-Structural Analysis in ANSYS Workbench Mechanical Notes

Description

This document provides a detailed guide on performing a coupled thermal-structural analysis using ANSYS Workbench Mechanical. It outlines the process for determining temperature distributions and subsequently evaluating thermal expansion and stresses induced by these temperatures in mechanical components. The material covers setting up the Workbench Project Schematic, importing geometry, defining contact regions, and applying thermal loads such as heat flow and convection. Further sections detail the setup of the static structural analysis, including importing temperatures as loads and applying remote displacement boundary conditions. The guide concludes with instructions on interpreting thermal and structural results, alongside methods for assessing mesh quality, making it a valuable resource for students and professionals in Computer Aided Engineering.