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Chapter 12: Material Sensitivity Study ​

Tutorial Problem ​

Beam Material Comparison

Purpose ​

This tutorial teaches users how to perform the Beam Material Comparison simulation workflow in ESD. It focuses on practical setup, solver execution, result review, and engineering interpretation.

Objectives ​

  • Understand the setup requirements for Beam Material Comparison.
  • Perform the complete simulation workflow in ESD.
  • Review and interpret the main engineering results.
  • Export the required deliverables.

Prerequisites ​

  • Access to the required model or mesh file
  • Basic familiarity with the ESD simulation interface
  • Required material properties and loading information
  • Understanding of the relevant analysis type

Workflow ​

  1. Define the material parameter.
  2. Create a material set for comparison.
  3. Run the simulation matrix.
  4. Compare displacement, stress, and reaction outputs.
  5. Summarize material performance.

Expected Outcome ​

The user compares multiple material choices and understands their influence on simulation response.

Deliverables ​

  • Material performance comparison

Validation or Engineering Check ​

Where applicable, compare the numerical result with an analytical solution, expected engineering trend, reaction balance, or benchmark result. Record the comparison in the final report or result table.

Notes and Common Mistakes ​

  • Confirm that units are consistent throughout the setup.
  • Check that all required groups are assigned correctly.
  • Review boundary conditions before running the solver.
  • Inspect result contours carefully before drawing conclusions.
  • Save exported plots, tables, and reports using clear file names.