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Abstract
This research involves the CAD drafting, meshing, and structural assessment of a frame assembly in CATIA, HyperMesh, and OptiStruct, to assess the structural behavior of the assembly with changes in the material and geometric representation of the structure. The frame is designed in CATIA to provide a visual of the frame, and then meshed in Hypermesh to discretize the finite element model. OptiStruct is used as a solver to assess static, modal, and frequency response function (FRF). Analysis with six different cases is performed by changing the material (aluminium and steel) and the channel thickness (1mm, 1.5mm, and 2mm). Static analysis quantifies the response of the frame to applied loads, while modal analysis provides the natural frequencies and mode shapes. The FRF analysis can measure the frequency effects on the behavior of the structural response. A comparison of the two different materials and channel thickness is performed to assess the impacts on structural integrity, dynamic behavior, and overall vibrational response of the structure. The study will assist in identifying selection criteria to systematically optimize material and geometric parameters for improved reliability and function. The study provides an integrated approach utilizing CATIA, HyperMesh, and OptiStruct which is a systematic, efficient and effective method for the design and analysis of frame assemblies in any sector leading to improved performance and durability.
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