Application of ANSYS Finite Element Analysis in Teaching of Mechanics of Materials

Abstract

The traditional classroom teaching of mechanics of materials focuses on the theoretical derivation of the formula, and the content is relatively boring. However, in the experimental class, the calculation formula of bending normal stress is simply verified, and other information other than deformation can not be given directly. In order to improve the effect of classroom teaching, ANSYS finite element analysis and pure bending experiment are combined and applied to the classroom teaching of material mechanics. The deformation and stress in the deformation problem of material mechanics are vividly displayed in the form of animation and cloud chart. Practice has proved that this teaching method can not only deepen students’ understanding of abstract mechanical concepts, but also stimulate students’ interest in learning and innovative thinking, which is conducive to the cultivation of engineering application-oriented talents.