Increasing focus on reduction of cost, weight and development time of structures with improved performance of structures necessitates use of computer-aided design and analysis tools. Finite Element Analysis is a methodology that helps engineers in this area. In this methodology, a mathematical model of physical behaviour of a phenomenon is created and is packaged in a software, leaving only the job of creating the geometric model and initial/boundary conditions for the phenomenon to the user. This activity, unless done with proper understanding of how the input data is used to create mathematical model, can lead to totally incorrect results. For effective use of the software, users' understanding of how the mathematical model is created and how various inputs affect its accuracy is of prime importance.

To provide this insight to the designers/analysts, Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers' Association is organizing a training programme on "Finite Element Methods (FEM) for structural design-How and Why?"

This programme will benefit Design and Development Engineers who need to analyse complex structures of new or existing structures, for improved and efficient structural performance.

The programme will be highly interactive where participants can raise questions and solicit feedback from the faculty.

This programme will be conducted by Dr. Vinod K. Banthia of Vimarshee Consultants, Bengaluru.

Dr. Vinod K. Banthia is free-lance technical trainer and consultants. He completed his B.Tech (Mech. Engg.) and M.Tech. (Machine Design) from IIT, Kharagpur and Ph.D. in Applied Mechanics from Cornell University. He has over 35 years of experience in industry (R&D) and academia in India and the USA. His areas of expertise and Interest are Design Analysis and Problem Solving.