Inventor 101: Linear Stress Analysis

Tips & Tricks

In part 10 of the Autodesk Inventor 101: The Basics series, we’ll take a look at how to setup a linear stress analysis using Inventor Simulation, as well as how to interpret results.

Any time that you are setting up an analysis, keep in mind the phrase “garbage in, garbage out.” This applies to all parts of the setup, from the location and type of boundary conditions, to accurate loading conditions, and even the proper selection of material for your parts. Fortunately for us, Inventor makes this process easy to understand in a left to right workflow across the ribbon. To see the details of setting up a simple linear stress analysis, take a look at the quick video below.

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Trevor English

Trevor is a civil engineer (B.S.) who has made a career out of engineering and technical communication. His work has appeared on Curiosity, BBC, Interesting Engineering and other sites across the web. Originally the Chief editor for Interesting Engineering back in 2016, he now works with software & tech companies, aiding them in content marketing and technical communication. Currently living in Texas, he’s also a published children’s book author and producer for the YouTube channel Concerning Reality.