2- A Analytical Modelling

Faculty of Engineering, Environment and Computing
5034MAA Analytical Modelling
Assignment Brief 5034MAA-2223SEPJAN
Module Title
Analytical Modelling
Ind/Group
Individual
Cohort
2022-23SEPJAN
Module Code
5034MAA
Coursework Title (e.g. CWK1)
Practical Finite Element Analysis
Hand out date:
24OCT2022
ML Dr Ali Daraji
Set by Dr Ali Daraji
Hand in date:
25NOV2022
Estimated Time (hrs):
15
Coursework type:
Written CW
% of Module Mark
33.3%
Submission arrangement online via Aula: Online Submissions
Mark and Feedback date:
Mark and Feedback method:
Module Learning Outcomes Assessed:
1. Develop and appraise knowledge and understanding of the mathematical principles
necessary to underpin their education in their engineering discipline and to enable them
to apply mathematical methods, tools and notations proficiently in the analysis and
solution of engineering problems
2. Demonstrate the ability to extract data pertinent to an unfamiliar problem, and apply its
solution using computer-based engineering tools when appropriate
3. Appraise and understand the capabilities of computer-based models for solving
problems in engineering, and assess the limitations of particular cases
4. Enhance understanding of contexts in which analytical and numerical modelling are used
in engineering,
Task and Mark distribution:
Please see attached for full breakdown.
Notes:
1. You are expected to use the APA referencing format. For support and advice on how this
students can contact Centre for Academic Writing (CAW).
2. Please notify your registry course support team and module leader for disability support.
3. Any student requiring an extension or deferral should follow the university process as outlined
here.
4. The University cannot take responsibility for any coursework lost or corrupted on disks, laptops
or personal computer. Students should therefore regularly back-up any work and are advised to
save it on the University system.
This document is for Coventry University students for their own use in completing their
assessed work for this module and should not be passed to third parties or posted on any
website. Any infringements of this rule should be reported to
facultyregistry.eec@coventry.ac.uk.
5. If there are technical or performance issues that prevent students submitting coursework
through the online coursework submission system on the day of a coursework deadline, an
appropriate extension to the coursework submission deadline will be agreed. This extension
will normally be 24 hours or the next working day if the deadline falls on a Friday or over the
weekend period. This will be communicated via email and Aula page announcement.
6. Assignments that are more than 10% over the word limit will result in a deduction of 10% of
the mark i.e. a mark of 60% will lead to a reduction of 6% to 54%. The word limit includes
quotations, but excludes the bibliography, reference list and tables.
Mark allocation guidelines to students (to be edited by staff per assessment)
0-39 40-49 50-59 60-69 70+ 80+
Work mainly
incomplete
and /or
weaknesses in
most areas
Most elements
completed;
weaknesses
outweigh
strengths
Most elements
are strong,
minor
weaknesses
Strengths in all
elements
Most work
exceeds the
standard
expected
All work
substantially
exceeds the
standard
expected
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5034MAA Analytical Modelling
Finite Element Analysis Coursework: 2022-23: Sem1
PLEASE READ THIS DOCUMENT CAREFULLY. THIS DOCUMENT
CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THE
COURSEWORK TASKS, DELIVERABLES, SUBMISSION AND
ASSESSMENT.
§1.0 Aim & Outcomes
The purpose of this coursework is to give you hands-on experience using professional finite
element analysis (FEA) software. For this task you will be given a problem to solve
investigate.
1. Demonstrate the ability to extract data pertinent to an unfamiliar problem, and
apply its solution using computer based engineering tools when appropriate.
2. Appraise and understand the capabilities of computer based models for solving
problems in engineering, and assess the limitations of particular cases.
This project will be formally introduced in 5034MAA lectures where the aims, objectives and
assessment brief will be described and discussed. However, we strongly advise that you
START THE COURSEWORK NOW. It is important for you to attend all lectures and tutorials
where you will be able to discuss and review your progress and seek feedback, advice and
clarification.
This is an individual coursework. The work that you submit must be your own. Plagiarism
and collusion will be dealt with very strictly in accordance with the University Rules and
Regulations.
§2.0 Assessment
For this coursework we would like you to construct a model of a truss frame using a Finite
Element Anaylsis (FEA) package, analyse its behaviour and compare your results with
theoretical analysis (i.e. hand calculations).
§2.1 Truss Frame
Figure 1 shows a truss frame. The frame consists of the elements shown. All the elements
have the same length of 2000 mm and same material properties and these are listed in Table
1 . The frame is supported by one roller and one fixed support and is loaded with a
concentrated forces of 6 kN and 12 kN, as shown in figure 1.
Young’s Modulus, E E=210 GPa
Poisson ratio, ν ν =0.3
Diameter of circular profile, d d=10mm
Length L for each truss element 2000 mm
Table1: Truss Frame properties
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. You will need to do the following:
1. Construct an FEA model which allows you to investigate the behaviour of the truss.
It is expected that your FEA model will allow you to calculate the following:
• Displacements for all nodes;
• Forces for all nodes;
• Forces in all elements;
• Reaction at supports; and,
• Stress in all elements.
2. Construct an FEA mathematical model which allows you to investigate the
behaviour of the truss. It is expected that your model will allow you to calculate the
Displacement and forces at the nodes. Please state your equilibrium equation.
3. You will need to analyse the behaviour of your models and compare this with an
appropriate theoretical method.
4. What additional elements could you add or remove to improve the structural
integrity? Please support your claims.
More details can be found in Table 2. You may use any FEA software you wish. We
strongly recommend that you use ANSYS or ABAQUS to construct your FEA model. We will
be able to provide you with any queries you may have during the tutorials and theta
sessions. You can download ANSYS or ABAQUS on the University PCs using AppsAnywhere.
Alternatively you can download a student copy for your own laptops via the ABAQUS
website.
You can use any coding software you wish for your mathematical model. You can obtain
access to MATLAB, Python, C++ and MS Excel on the University PCs.
Figure 1: Truss Frame (NOT DRAWN TO SCALE)
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§3.0 Submission & Assessment Criteria
Please ensure you:
• Present your findings in a Professional Technical Report submitted as a pdf file;
• Your report should not exceed 5 A4 pages. This does not include your title page
and Appendix (coding transcript).
• Do not include a contents page.
• Include one Appendix which should include an annotated transcript of your code
and your equilibrium equation which you should refer to in your main text.
• You should number and provide captions for your Headings, Figures and Tables
appropriately. You should reference any journals and texts using APA referencing
style.
Please also remember to:
• Submit your work electronically as a pdf file. We do not accept submission via
email.
• Please ensure you check your work carefully and submit the correct file.
• Your submission must be your own work. This is an individual coursework. The
work that you submit must be your own. Plagiarism and collusion will be dealt with
very strictly in accordance with the University Rules and Regulations.
• Submit your report by 18:00 on the day of the deadline electronically using Aula.
Please submit on time, as one second after the deadline will result in a zero mark.
Table 2 shows the assessment criteria for your submission. Please use this as a basic guide
to structure your report. This assessment is marked out of 100 and represents 33.3% of the
total mark for 5034MAA. Your score is calculated based on the combination of marks set out
in Table 2. Please note that the marks for each component also include the QUALITY of your
submission. This includes the use of appropriate technical language, quality of figures and
tables. Think carefully about how you present and describe your results.
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Please note that the manner in which you present and describe your results, findings,
descriptions, comparisons and arguments take precedent. You may have calculated the
items required, but if you have not shown sufficient understanding and depth of
knowledge you may not achieve full credit.
Please be aware that your assessor will be looking to see that you have fulfilled the
requirements of the task. You will be assessed according to the learning outcomes outlined.
You must show that you have understood the Engineering and Mathematical science and
analysis. Importantly, you will have demonstrated the important skills that are expected
from a Professional Engineer through the use of the software, analysis and your own
technical submissions.
Coursework Deadline 18:00 on 25/11/2022
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Coursework Component Mark
• Title, Student Name and ID (You do not need a title and
contents page)
MANDATORY
• Abstract (Very brief summary of what you did and your findings)
• Introduction:
Aims, Objectives, Problem Description, Formulation and Hypothesis
5
• Theoretical Model:
Include appropriate hand calculations and working out. Please
present include calculations for the Support Reactions and Forces in
all elements).
20
• Mathematical Model:
Present your mathematical model which enough detail for someone
else to replicate your method. You may find it useful to include key
parts of your code here. Please refer to your annotated version
and your equilibrium equation in the Appendix.
Present your results in an appropriate manner with suitable
descriptions. Please ensure you calculate the displacements and
forces at the nodes.
15
• Numerical (FEA) Model:
Introduction to FEA. Present your FEA model with enough detail
for someone else to replicate your results (such as truss properties
and parameters, Boundary conditions, type of solver, etc.)
Present the following results in an appropriate manner with suitable
descriptions:
• Nodal Displacements
• Nodal Forces
• Support Reactions
• Forces in all elements
• Stress in all elements
10
5
5
5
5
5
• Analysis & Discussion
Make suitable comparison, critique and discuss your theoretical and
FEA results, methods and appropriateness.
10
• Conclusions
Summarise your main findings and provide recommendations for
future work.
10
• Bibliography (References) MANDATORY
• Appendix: Coding Transcript
Please include a transcript of the annotated code you have
developed for your mathematical code and your equilibrium
equation.
5
Total: 100
Table 2: Assessment criteria
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Marking Rubric
GRADE ANSWER RELEVANCE ARGUMENT & COHERENCE EVIDENCE SUMMARY
First
≥70
Innovative response, answers the
question fully, addressing the learning
objectives of the assessment task.
Evidence of critical analysis, synthesis
and evaluation.
A clear, consistent in-depth critical and
evaluative argument, displaying the ability
to develop original ideas from a range of
sources. Engagement with theoretical
and conceptual analysis.
Wide range of appropriately supporting
evidence provided, going beyond the
recommended texts. Correctly
referenced.
An outstanding, well-structured and
appropriately referenced answer,
demonstrating a high degree of
understanding and critical analytic skills.
Upper Second
60-69
A very good attempt to address the
objectives of the assessment task with an
emphasis on those elements requiring
critical review.
A generally clear line of critical and
evaluative argument is presented.
Relationships between statements and
sections are easy to follow, and there is a
sound, coherent structure.
A very good range of relevant sources is
used in a largely consistent way as
supporting evidence. There is use of
some sources beyond recommended
texts. Correctly referenced in the main.
The answer demonstrates a very good
understanding of theories, concepts and
issues, with evidence of reading beyond
the recommended minimum. Well
organised and clearly written.
Lower Second
50-59
Competently addresses objectives, but
may contain errors or omissions and
critical discussion of issues may be
superficial or limited in places.
Some critical discussion, but the argument
is not always convincing, and the work is
descriptive in places, with over-reliance on
the work of others.
A range of relevant sources is used, but
the critical evaluation aspect is not fully
presented. There is limited use of sources
beyond the standard recommended
materials. Referencing is not always
correctly presented.
The answer demonstrates a good
understanding of some relevant
theories, concepts and issues, but there
are some errors and irrelevant material
included. The structure lacks clarity.
Third
40-49
Addresses most objectives of the
assessment task, with some notable
omissions. The structure is unclear in
parts, and there is limited analysis.
The work is descriptive with minimal
critical discussion and limited theoretical
engagement.
A limited range of relevant sources used
without appropriate presentation as
supporting or conflicting evidence coupled
with very limited critical analysis.
Referencing has some errors.
Some understanding is demonstrated but
is incomplete, and there is evidence of
limited research on the topic. Poor
structure and presentation, with few
and/or poorly presented references.
Fail
<40 Some deviation from the objectives of the assessment task. May not consistently address the assignment brief. At the lower end fails to answer the question set or address the learning outcomes. There is minimal evidence of analysis or evaluation. Descriptive with no evidence of theoretical engagement, critical discussion or theoretical engagement. At the lower end displays a minimal level of understanding. Very limited use and application of relevant sources as supporting evidence. At the lower end demonstrates a lack of real understanding. Poor presentation of references. Whilst some relevant material is present, the level of understanding is poor with limited evidence of wider reading. Poor structure and poor presentation, including referencing. At the lower end there is evidence of a lack of comprehension, resulting in an assignment that is well below the required standard. Late submission 0 0 0 0 This document is for Coventry University students for their own use in completing their assessed work for this module and should not be passed to third parties or posted on any website. Any infringements of this rule should be reported to facultyregistry.eec@coventry.ac.uk.