Table 2 Comparison of common cutting process simulation softwares
From: Milling Force Model for Aviation Aluminum Alloy: Academic Insight and Perspective Analysis
Software | Algorithm | Analysis | CAE module | Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|
ABAQUS | Lagrange ALE Euler | Complex solid mechanics Structural mechanics systems Simulate the mechanics Multi-physical field analysis | Standard Expicit CAE Design | Mechanical processing Metallurgy Material processing Civil engineering |
MARC | Lagrange | Handle various linear Nonlinear structure analysis Modal analysis Dynamic response analysis Static and dynamic contact analysis | Mentat Parallet Hexmesh | Nuclear power National defense Aerospace Automobile Shipbuilding |
DYNA | Lagrange ALE Euler | High speed collision Explosion and metal forming Nonlinear problems of contact Impact load and material | Basic analysis Kinetic Analysis Nonlinear analysis Heat conduction | Automobile safety design Weapon system design Metal forming |
DEFORM | Newton-Raphson Explicit | Environment integrated modeling Heat conduction Hot and cold molding | Data analysis input Mesh division and redivision Data transfer calculation | Forging Rolling Extrusion Cold heading Drawing Moulding |