Finite Element Analysis - for iPad/Mac/PC
by The Open University
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Description
Formula 1 is the ultimate motor sport. It demands the highest level of skill from both drivers and the engineers behind the cars. So what are the secrets of good car design? How are Formula One cars engineered for maximum performance? This album takes a behind the scenes look at Red Bull Racing, a front-runner on the F1 grid. Using thrilling archive and expert testimony, the tracks explore how the techniques of Finite Element Analysis are used to optimize the performance of different elements of a Formula One racing car. The album is presented by Lara Mynors and features extensive contributions from Lewis Butler, Red Bull's senior structural analyst and Dr Ray Martin of the OU. The material is forms part of the Open University course T884 An introduction to Finite Element Analysis.
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Finite element analysis in Formula 1 | A short introduction to this album. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 2 | Transcript -- Finite element analysis in Formula 1 | A short introduction to this album. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 3 | VideoThis is Formula 1! | How final element analysis is used to get maximum performance out of Formula 1 cars, focussing on two components: the wheel hub and the 'tub'. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 4 | Transcript -- This is Formula 1! | How final element analysis is used to get maximum performance out of Formula 1 cars, focussing on two components: the wheel hub and the 'tub'. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 5 | VideoComponent function | The first step in final element analysis is to understand precisely what a component does and how it interacts with other elements. Lewis Butler from Red Bull Racing reveals the role of the hub in F1 car design. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 6 | Transcript -- Component function | The first step in final element analysis is to understand precisely what a component does and how it interacts with other elements. Lewis Butler from Red Bull Racing reveals the role of the hub in F1 car design. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 7 | VideoAnalysing stresses and strains | The second step is to analyse the stresses and strains that the component will be subject to. Lewis Butler from Red Bull and Ray Martin from the OU explain how the hub has to be able to cope with massive external loads. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 8 | Transcript -- Analysing stresses and strains | The second step is to analyse the stresses and strains that the component will be subject to. Lewis Butler from Red Bull and Ray Martin from the OU explain how the hub has to be able to cope with massive external loads. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 9 | VideoBoundary conditions | The third step is to consider the wheel hub's boundary conditions and how these interact with the external stresses on the wheel hub. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 10 | Transcript -- Boundary conditions | The third step is to consider the wheel hub's boundary conditions and how these interact with the external stresses on the wheel hub. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 11 | VideoCreating a solid model | Step 4 is to create a solid CAD model of the hub. This is a complex process which involves a series of assumptions and simplifications which need to be taken into account to get a true picture of the hub's behaviour. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 12 | Transcript -- Creating a solid model | Step 4 is to create a solid CAD model of the hub. This is a complex process which involves a series of assumptions and simplifications which need to be taken into account to get a true picture of the hub's behaviour. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 13 | VideoCreating a mesh model | Step 5 is to create a mesh model of the hub, with 72 000 elements. The mesh density is at its greatest in areas of particular interest. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 14 | Transcript -- Creating a mesh model | Step 5 is to create a mesh model of the hub, with 72 000 elements. The mesh density is at its greatest in areas of particular interest. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 15 | VideoSolving a mesh model | Step 6 is to input the various stresses and loads that the hub will have to cope with, and use a computer programme to solve the model. Today this can be done quickly and reliably though it still needs a lot of interpretation by the engineers and designers. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 16 | Transcript -- Solving a mesh model | Step 6 is to input the various stresses and loads that the hub will have to cope with, and use a computer programme to solve the model. Today this can be done quickly and reliably though it still needs a lot of interpretation by the engineers and designers. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 17 | VideoThe benefits of FEA | The final step is to put the lessons learned through FEA and use them to manufacture new improved components which increase your chance of success. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 18 | Transcript -- The benefits of FEA | The final step is to put the lessons learned through FEA and use them to manufacture new improved components which increase your chance of success. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 19 | VideoImproving the chassis | The same FEA process that was used to redesign a car's hub can also be used to improve its 'tub', otherwise known as its chassis. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 20 | Transcript -- Improving the chassis | The same FEA process that was used to redesign a car's hub can also be used to improve its 'tub', otherwise known as its chassis. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 21 | VideoFunctions of the 'tub' | The tub, or chassis, is the largest component of a car. It cocoons the driver and all the major components, from the engine to the car's suspension, are mounted in the tub. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 22 | Transcript -- Functions of the 'tub' | The tub, or chassis, is the largest component of a car. It cocoons the driver and all the major components, from the engine to the car's suspension, are mounted in the tub. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 23 | VideoStiffer means faster | The stiffer the tub, the more responsive and better performing the car. A torsion test can be used to assess and then improve the tub's characteristics. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 24 | Transcript -- Stiffer means faster | The stiffer the tub, the more responsive and better performing the car. A torsion test can be used to assess and then improve the tub's characteristics. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 25 | VideoBoundary conditions for the tub | The engine and the other components attached to the tub set relatively straightforward boundary conditions. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 26 | Transcript -- Boundary conditions for the tub | The engine and the other components attached to the tub set relatively straightforward boundary conditions. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 27 | VideoModelling the tub | Lewis Butler from Red Bull Racing explains how the design and the construction of the tub makes for a very complicated computer model. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 28 | Transcript -- Modelling the tub | Lewis Butler from Red Bull Racing explains how the design and the construction of the tub makes for a very complicated computer model. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 29 | VideoSolving the mesh model | Lewis Butler explains why and how he builds a model of half of the tub. Because of its complexity, much time and computing power is needed to solve the model. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 30 | Transcript -- Solving the mesh model | Lewis Butler explains why and how he builds a model of half of the tub. Because of its complexity, much time and computing power is needed to solve the model. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 31 | VideoAnalysing the results | Lewis Butler analyses the data generated by solving the model. Having to have a hole for the driver to sit in has a big impact on the how stiff the tub can be. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 32 | Transcript -- Analysing the results | Lewis Butler analyses the data generated by solving the model. Having to have a hole for the driver to sit in has a big impact on the how stiff the tub can be. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 33 | VideoTesting CAD against reality | In order to be confident about the results of computer simulations, Red Bull compares them with practical investigations. They are disappointed if the results are more than 5% apart from computer predictions. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 34 | Transcript -- Testing CAD against reality | In order to be confident about the results of computer simulations, Red Bull compares them with practical investigations. They are disappointed if the results are more than 5% apart from computer predictions. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 35 | VideoTake a sceptical view | The results of CAD should be treated sceptically and require a lot of interpretation and real world comparison. Ultimately the engineer's experience and judgement are more important than information generated via computer models. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 36 | Transcript -- Take a sceptical view | The results of CAD should be treated sceptically and require a lot of interpretation and real world comparison. Ultimately the engineer's experience and judgement are more important than information generated via computer models. | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| Total: 36 Episodes |
