Predictive design & calculation
Our aim is to precisely predict the behaviour of the component to optimise the geometry/material/manufacturing
- Usage of predictive models:
- From reliable material data gathered with characterisation
- Identification of the constitutive equation
- Structural calculations with finite elements (linear, non-linear, static, dynamic…)
- Optimising calculations methods (netting, hypothesis…)
- Developing specific equations for polymers:
- R&D studies on new constitutive equations (impact, thermal creep, fatigue, ageing, heterogeneous materials…)
- Integration with industrial calculations codes or with dedicated software
- Checking the equation reliability and the suggested model
- Replication of the tests made on testing materials
- Tests on real products (prototype)
- Comparison with digital simulation (stress/calculations)
- Iteration, if necessary
- Final clarification of the calculations methodology and eventual transfer to the client
