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In recent times, timeframe for development projects have to be very short to be very competitive. Simulation tools have become integral part of the development projects to realize these timeframes. A primary benefit of realistic simulation is that engineers can get insight into product performance that would otherwise be impossible because of increased fidelity and predictive nature of calculation. Variety of factors contribute to realistic simulation but most important would be accurate physics modeling which includes multi-physics modeling, and taking advantage of high performance computing. ABAQUS incorporates both of the above factors including nonlinear material response, industry leading contact formulations to turn realistic simulation into reality.

ABAQUS/Standard provides engineers and analysts with powerful tools to solve a wide range of problems, from linear static and dynamic analyses to complex nonlinear coupled physics analyses. The range of problems can be expanded further by using ABAQUS/Standard in conjunction with ABAQUS/Explicit to take advantage of both implicit and explicit solution techniques. Solutions to the most complex problems can be obtained in an efficient and robust manner by using the parallel execution capabilities in ABAQUS/Standard. ABAQUS/Standard provides superior solver technology, including a parallel sparse solver that offers excellent solution speed for a wide range of problem sizes and types. ABAQUS/Standard enables a wide range of linear and nonlinear engineering simulations to be carried out efficiently, accurately, and reliably. The extensive analysis capabilities, superb performance, thorough documentation, high quality, and best-in-class support make ABAQUS/Standard an effective tool for many engineering analyses.

ABAQUS/Explicit is ideally suited for the solution of complex nonlinear dynamic and quasi-static problems, especially those involving impact and other highly discontinuous events. ABAQUS/Explicit supports stress/displacement analyses as well as fully coupled transient dynamic temperature-displacement, acoustic, and coupled acoustic-structural analyses. ABAQUS/Explicit is well integrated with ABAQUS/Standard, allowing the capabilities of both products to be combined for a more robust and flexible solution set. The general contact capability allows for simple specification of extremely complex contact conditions, enabling even the most challenging problems to be solved relatively easily. The accuracy and reliability of a solution to an engineering problem depends on the quality of the tools used to analyze the problem. ABAQUS/Explicit utilizes the most advanced mechanics technology and algorithms available to obtain solutions that are accurate and reproducible across different computer platforms and operating systems as well as with multiple processors.

ABAQUS/Standard and ABAQUS/Explicit have been used to accurately predict results in applications across variety of industries ranging from Aerospace, Automobiles, Electronics, Consumer, Civil, Manufacturing, and Biomedical and so on.
 
 
Figure 1: Drop test of a mouse using
ABAQUS/Explicit		   Figure 2: Tire modeling in ABAQUS
 

Users familiar with modern CAD systems appreciate the power and the flexibility of feature-based parametric modeling. ABAQUS/CAE is the only dedicated finite element preprocessor to offer this modern geometry modeling approach. ABAQUS/CAE supports a comprehensive range of ABAQUS analysis features and is the natural interactive environment for both new and experienced ABAQUS users.

Real-world analysis situations often demand that geometry and meshes come from a variety of sources. ABAQUS/CAE handles these situations easily with a hybrid modeling approach. Users can work with geometry based data alongside imported meshes that do not have any associated geometry. ABAQUS/CAE is built on an open and extensible platform that allows users to capture and to deploy proven workflows and vertical applications easily. From basic macros and utilities to fully integrated company-specific vertical applications, ABAQUS/CAE provides a rich environment to streamline processes and to widen access to the benefits of ABAQUS finite element analyses. And with its open customization toolset, ABAQUS/CAE is a powerful process automation solution, enabling specialists to deploy proven workflows to a wider audience in the organization.

Competitive pressures mean that profitable products must come to market quicker, while the quality and performance of those products must be higher than ever. To meet this challenge, engineers are embracing new materials and methods of manufacture, and taking advantage of the latest advances in computers and software to improve their design processes. By providing the most advanced and robust finite element analysis technology, continued improvements in computational efficiency, and flexible process automation tools, ABAQUS enable engineers and scientists to enhance and accelerate their research and development process and at the same time reduce the costs involved .
ABAQUS Engineering India has contracted with EDS Technologies to market and sell ABAQUS ( http://www.abaqus.com ) products in India. With this tie up, EDS Technologies has expanded its solutions offerings in the area of advanced finite element analysis to specific market segments in the country. The ABAQUS suites of products are known for their handling of contact, large deformations and material nonlinearities.

 
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