Inventor Professional | Intermediate - Advanced Nastran Applications

Inventor Professional | Intermediate – Advanced Nastran Applications is an intensive one-day private course, available virtually or in person, and led by an experienced Autodesk Certified Instructor specialising in finite element analysis (FEA). This course is designed for professionals who have a foundational understanding of Nastran and want to expand their knowledge by exploring advanced analysis techniques for more complex engineering challenges.

During this course, you will learn how to perform impact analysis to simulate dynamic loads, including collisions and sudden forces, by adjusting key parameters such as velocity, acceleration, and damping to represent real-world behaviours with precision. You will explore non-linear transient response analyses to evaluate structural integrity under dynamic conditions, ensuring the resilience of your designs. The course covers both linear and non-linear buckling analysis, starting with the setup and modification of static models to assess structural stability. You will learn how to analyse eigenvalues to determine critical buckling loads and identify potential failure points, before delving into advanced non-linear buckling scenarios to evaluate complex structural behaviours. Additionally, you will practise simulating physical connections using connector elements such as rigid bodies, rods, bolts, springs, and cables. This includes configuring these elements to reflect real-world interactions, optimising load distribution, and ensuring accurate simulation results tailored to your project’s requirements. By understanding these techniques, you will be able to address a variety of dynamic and structural challenges with confidence and precision.

By completing this course, you will gain advanced expertise in simulating and analysing dynamic and structural behaviours using Inventor Nastran. These skills will enhance your ability to tackle complex engineering problems and optimise your designs for reliability, safety, and performance.

During this course, you will explore the following topics:

• Module 1 – Impact Analysis: Learn how to set up and execute impact analysis for dynamic loads, simulating real-world scenarios such as collisions and sudden forces. This module covers adjusting parameters such as velocity, acceleration, and damping to accurately represent material and structural behaviour during impact events. You will also explore conducting non-linear transient response analyses to evaluate structural integrity under dynamic conditions, equipping you with the skills to assess the resilience of your designs effectively.
• Module 2 – Linear and Non-Linear Buckling Analysis: Develop a solid understanding of linear buckling analysis, including the setup and modification of static models to evaluate structural stability. Learn how to analyse eigenvalues to determine critical buckling loads, enabling you to identify when and where structural failures might occur. This module also introduces non-linear buckling analysis, expanding your ability to assess complex buckling scenarios and ensure your designs are both safe and efficient.
• Module 3 – Simulations with Connector Elements | Rigid Bodies & Rods: Learn how to create and customise connector elements, such as rigid bodies and rods, to accurately simulate physical connections in your models. This module examines how connector elements influence overall model behaviour and performance, helping you replicate real-world interactions effectively. You will also practise adjusting these elements for precise simulation results, optimising the interaction between different parts of your model.
• Module 4 – Simulations with Connector Elements | Bolts, Springs & Cables: Learn how to incorporate bolts, springs, and cables into your simulations to represent realistic physical connections. This module examines how these connector elements influence overall model behaviour and performance under various conditions. You will practise editing and optimising these elements to align with project-specific requirements, ensuring accurate simulations that reflect the functional relationships between components in your model.

To join the course, participants must be confident in their use of Nastran. It is recommended that individuals have a thorough understanding of all topics covered in the introductory course, along with at least six months of regular experience using Nastran on projects. This foundational knowledge ensures full engagement with the advanced concepts and techniques presented in the course.

Before the course, you will receive a Course Pack containing training notes and/or files that need to be downloaded prior to joining the training.

ARKANCE, an Authorized Autodesk Training Center, delivers high-quality training for Autodesk software users. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive an official ARKANCE Certificate of Completion, demonstrating their commitment to ongoing professional development.

Additionally, participants are encouraged to register their attendance with Autodesk Education to receive a Certificate of Completion from Autodesk. To obtain this certificate, participants must follow the steps provided in the confirmation email sent after registration and submit a post-training feedback survey within 60 days of completing the course.

Participants joining this course virtually will need:

• Inventor Professional ‘24 and Inventor Nastran ’24 installed on their computer (required). Please contact us if you need to purchase a software licence.
• The latest Zoom version installed on their computer (required).
• A stable internet connection with a minimum download speed of 10 Mbps (required).
• A secondary screen to follow instructions shared by the course instructor during training, along with a mouse for easy software navigation (recommended).
• A headset to ensure clear communication with the instructor, and preferably a microphone and webcam for interactive conversations (recommended).

Participants joining this course in person will need:

• Inventor Professional ‘24 and Inventor Nastran ’24 installed on their computer (required). Please contact us if you need to purchase a software licence.
• A large computer screen, along with a keyboard and mouse for easy software navigation (recommended).

Additionally, the training venue should be equipped with:

• A projector setup or a large screen enabling the instructor to connect their laptop, facilitating attendee visibility of the instructor's screen (required).

Our private training sessions are offered at a flat rate per course and accommodate up to eight participants. Delivered on request, these courses can be conducted virtually or on-site at your venue.

The training can follow a standard agenda or be customised to align with your team’s specific workflows, existing templates, and project requirements. Please note that in-person training will incur additional travel costs, and pricing may vary for customised curriculums.

Please contact us to discuss organising this training for your team.