Abaqus vs Ansys
Abaqus vs Ansys
(OP)
Hi, I have access to both software packages at my school's computer lab, and would like to get to know one of them a bit more before taking my FEA course next term. I understand that both packages are very good FEA programs, but I would like to know which is easier to pick up as I am just starting out, and wont have an instructor helping me until I take the course next term.
Thanks,
Jim
Thanks,
Jim





RE: Abaqus vs Ansys
Rob Stupplebeen
RE: Abaqus vs Ansys
I would recommend Abaqus over Ansys in terms of both capability and ease of use. One thing to consider however is that Ansys still has a larger market share in the US and worldwide so you're more likely to encounter Ansys in the real world.
If you are looking into working with composites...definitely Abaqus. On the other hand, if you are looking into coupling CFD and FEA...Ansys is probably a better choice.
Hope this helps,
-Dan
Dan Milligan
Firehole Composites (www.firehole.com)
FHC provides software and consulting for analysis of composite structures.
RE: Abaqus vs Ansys
Rob Stupplebeen
RE: Abaqus vs Ansys
http://www.simulia.com/products/abaqus_cfd.html
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