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The material and chemical processing industry focuses on converting raw materials into valuable products through various chemical, physical, and mechanical methods. Ansys provides a comprehensive suite of simulation tools that support every aspect of the manufacturing process. Ansys Mechanical enables detailed structural analysis, Ansys Fluent offers advanced fluid flow, heat transfer and corrosion simulations, Ansys CFX is specialized for turbomachinery applications, Ansys Polyflow supports polymer processing, Ansys Granta helps manage materials data, and Ansys Chemkin-Pro simulates combustion reactions. These solutions not only optimize processes but also aid in product design, improve safety, reduce costs, and enhance sustainability across production systems.
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Glass
ANSYS GLASS is a specialized simulation tool for modeling and analyzing glass structures under various thermal and mechanical loads. It enables accurate prediction of stress, breakage, and performance in architectural, automotive, and electronic glass applications.
Thermal simulations to analyze temperature distribution and thermal stresses developed in glass and manufacturing equipment.
Structural analysis on glass to assess load-carrying capacity under various operational conditions, including impacts.
Fluid dynamics for efficient flow and mixing of raw materials during glass formation.
Vibration and fatigue analysis on glass components to ensure they withstand repeated cyclic loads.
Component-Level
Capabilities
ANSYS GLASS Component-Level Capabilities provide detailed analysis of individual glass components, including stress distribution, thermal response, and fracture risk. These capabilities help ensure reliability and safety in complex glass designs across industries.
Furnaces
- Simulate heat transfer to enhance the melting process and energy efficiency.
- Simulate combustion reactions to ensure efficient burning of fuel with less formation of soot.
Glass Forming Machines
- Analyze material flow to achieve uniform shaping and reduce inconsistencies.
- Perform thermo-structural analysis on machine parts to ensure they withstand operational loads.
Glass Containers
- Test structural strength to withstand impact and pressure under varied conditions.
- Simulate light propagation and reflection characteristics of glass containers to optimize visual properties.
Relevant Ansys
Software
ANSYS GLASS integrates with relevant Ansys software like Mechanical, Fluent, and LS-DYNA to simulate thermal, structural, and impact behaviors of glass. This interoperability ensures comprehensive, high-fidelity analysis across various loading scenarios.
Ansys Mechanical
Conducts structural and thermal analyses, evaluating stress and deformation in glass under various loads and temperatures.
Ansys Fluent
Performs fluid dynamics simulations, essential for optimizing glass melting processes and achieving uniform furnace temperatures.
Ansys Polyflow
Used for blow moulding simulations, crucial for designing and refining the production of hollow glass items.
Ansys Granta Selector
Aids in material selection, analyzing properties to enhance durability and thermal resistance in glass products.
Ansys Discovery
Facilitates CAD modelling and design simulations at the early stages, enabling rapid visualization and assessment of thermal stresses and structural integrity.
Ansys LS-DYNA
Offers impact and breakage simulations, key for safety evaluations in applications like automotive and architectural glass
Ansys Speos
Analyzes optical properties, critical for precise light transmission and reflection in various glass applications.
Metal
ANSYS METAL offers advanced simulation tools for analyzing the behavior of metal components under mechanical, thermal, and fatigue loads. It supports accurate material modeling, helping optimize performance and durability in metal-based designs.
Structural analysis to ensure metal products meet design specifications and performance standards.
Thermal analysis to assess the response of metal components under various thermal loads.
Simulate sheet metal forming processes to optimize the design, assess spring-back effects, and reduce material waste.
Vibration analysis to reduce the risk of fatigue and improve stability in metal components.
Component-Level
Capabilities
ANSYS METAL Component-Level Capabilities enable detailed analysis of individual metal parts, including stress, strain, fatigue, and failure predictions. These tools support robust design and validation for high-performance metal components.
Casting Moulds
- Simulate molten metal flow to assess and minimize defects such as air pockets.
- Perform thermal analysis to assess the thermal expansion and stresses developed in the mould.
Forging Dies
- Assess the structural strength of forging dies under high-pressure conditions.
- Perform fatigue analysis to evaluate the effects of repeated loading during forging operations.
Heat Treatment Furnaces
- Perform thermo-structural analysis and heat transfer on furnace components to evaluate effectiveness.
- Simulate combustion reaction processes for efficient burning of fuel.
Sheet Metal Forming
- Simulate the forming processes to evaluate metal response including stresses developed, spring-back effect, etc.
- Perform structural analysis on the dies to ensure they can tolerate the high loads involved.
Welding Processes
- Model spot and seam welds to join various metal components together in large assemblies.
- Evaluate stresses developed in the structure due to operational loads, including the effects of welds and the heat-affected zones.
Relevant Ansys
Software
ANSYS METAL leverages tools like Ansys Mechanical, LS-DYNA, and Ansys Fluent for comprehensive analysis of metal behavior under structural, impact, and thermal conditions. This integration ensures accurate simulation across diverse engineering applications.
Ansys Mechanical
Conducts thermal and structural analyses to evaluate stress, deformation, and fatigue in metal components.
Ansys Fluent
Utilized for fluid dynamics simulations crucial in metal casting, smelting, and refining to ensure optimal heat and mass transfer.
Ansys Forming
Provides simulations for metal forming processes, including stamping, bending, and drawing, crucial for optimizing part design and reducing manufacturing defects.
Ansys Granta Selector
Aids in selecting materials, focusing on optimizing the performance and sustainability of metal alloys.
Ansys Discovery
Facilitates CAD modelling and design simulations at the early stages of metal product development.
Ansys Additive Suite
Supports the simulation of additive manufacturing processes to ensure 3D-printed metal parts meet design specifications.
Ansys LS-DYNA
Offers robust simulation capabilities for high-impact scenarios in metal applications, such as crash testing and explosion analysis.
Ansys Chemkin-Pro
Optimizes combustion processes in furnaces used for metal processing, enhancing fuel efficiency and emission control.
Mining
ANSYS Mining provides simulation solutions to optimize equipment performance, structural integrity, and safety in mining operations. It enables virtual testing of machinery, materials, and processes under harsh environmental and load conditions.
Structural analysis to ensure the safety and durability of mining equipment and infrastructure.
Fluid dynamics simulations for efficient material transport, slurry handling, and ventilation in mines.
Vibration analysis to improve stability and reduce the risk of fatigue in critical components.
Thermal analysis and heat transfer to assess thermal stresses and prevent overheating in mining machinery.
Component-Level
Capabilities
ANSYS Mining Component-Level Capabilities deliver precise analysis of individual mining equipment parts, focusing on durability, wear, and structural performance. These simulations help enhance reliability and extend the lifespan of critical components.Ansys 5G simulation solutions provide electromagnetics, semiconductor, electronics cooling and mechanical analysis tools to accurately simulate 5G communications technologies.
Crushers and Mills
- Assess the structural strength of crushers and mills to withstand high operational stresses.
- Perform vibration and fatigue analysis on the machine components to assess their durability.
Conveyor Systems and Separation Equipment
- Analyze load distribution and stresses generated to ensure smooth and efficient transport of materials.
- Use discrete element modelling (DEM) to simulate particle motion, interactions, and flow characteristics during the transport of bulk materials.
Excavators and Drills
- Perform structural analysis to evaluate stresses generated during operation, including the effects of shock loads.
- Analyze vibration effects to enhance equipment stability and reduce the risk of fatigue failure.
Mine Ventilation Systems
- Simulate airflow dynamics for improved ventilation and worker safety in mines.
- Simulate heat transfer to maintain a safe working temperature inside mines.
Relevant Ansys
Software
ANSYS Mining integrates with software like ANSYS Mechanical, Fluent, and Discovery to model complex mining operations and equipment behavior. This combination ensures accurate simulations for mechanical, thermal, and fluid dynamics challenges in the mining industry.
Ansys Mechanical
Performs structural and thermal analyses to evaluate the durability and safety of mining equipment under extreme conditions.
Ansys Fluent
Conducts fluid dynamics simulations to optimize airflow in ventilation systems, slurry transportation, and dust control in mines.
Ansys Minerva
Manages and streamlines engineering simulations and data, facilitating project collaboration and enhanced decision-making.
Ansys Granta Selector
Provides material selection support by analyzing mechanical properties such as corrosion resistance and strength for mining infrastructure.
Ansys Rocky
Essential for simulating the behaviour of granular materials in mining operations, helping to optimize bulk material handling, transport systems, and processing equipment.
Ansys LS-DYNA
Offers dynamic and impact simulations for scenarios like explosions and collisions, crucial for safety and integrity assessments.
Ansys Twin Builder
Creates and manages digital twins for mining equipment and operations, enabling predictive maintenance and efficiency improvements.
Ansys HFSS
Executes electromagnetic simulations for the design and analysis of communication systems and sensors in mining environments.
Ansys SCADE
Develops and verifies embedded software for automated mining machinery, ensuring safety and operational efficiency.
Ansys Sound
Analyzes acoustic environments and noise levels to enhance worker safety and meet environmental noise regulations.
Ansys Maxwell
Simulates electromagnetic fields, critical for the safe and effective design of electrical systems within mining equipment.
Process Equipment
ANSYS Process Equipment offers simulation tools to optimize the design and performance of equipment used in chemical, oil, and gas industries. It helps analyze stress, thermal, and fluid behavior to ensure reliability and efficiency in complex processing systems.
Structural analysis to ensure the durability and operational reliability of process equipment.
Fluid dynamics simulations to optimize mixing, flow, and heat transfer in industrial processes.
Thermal analysis for efficient heating and cooling in process systems.
Vibration analysis to reduce the risk of fatigue and improve stability in equipment operations.
Acoustic simulations to evaluate and reduce noise levels in various process equipment machinery.
Component-Level
Capabilities
ANSYS Process Equipment Component-Level Capabilities provide detailed simulations of individual parts within process systems, focusing on thermal, mechanical, and fluid dynamics. These tools ensure optimal performance, safety, and longevity of critical equipment components.
Reactors
- Simulate fluid dynamics to optimize the mixing of different fluids for efficient processing.
- Analyze thermal characteristics to ensure optimal reaction conditions and energy efficiency.
Heat Exchangers
- Perform thermo-structural analysis to analyze the thermal expansion and stresses developed in machine parts.
- Simulate fluid flow to ensure efficient heat transfer and optimal operating conditions.
Distillation Columns
- Simulate fluid flow dynamics of the distillation process to enhance separation efficiency.
- Conduct thermal and heat transfer analysis to maintain consistent operation.
Mixing Vessels
- Test mixing efficiency using fluid dynamics to ensure uniformity and consistency in the final product.
- Assess the structural strength of mixing vessels under various operational conditions to ensure long-term performance.
Piping Systems
- Simulate fluid dynamics to optimize transport efficiency and minimize pressure loss.
- Simulate erosion of pipe material due to fluid flow, to enhance the operational life of piping systems.
Relevant Ansys
Software
ANSYS Process Equipment integrates with software like ANSYS Mechanical, Fluent, and AIM to analyze complex behaviors in process systems. This integration provides accurate simulations of mechanical, fluid, and thermal performance for efficient process equipment design.
Ansys Mechanical
Performs detailed structural, thermal, vibration, and fatigue analyses to ensure the long-term durability and operational safety of process equipment under various stress conditions.
Ansys Fluent
Conducts comprehensive fluid dynamics simulations to optimize flow processes in critical equipment such as reactors, mixers, and heat exchangers, enhancing operational efficiency and safety.
Ansys CFX
Specializes in fluid mechanics simulations for process equipment, particularly in optimizing turbomachinery like pumps and turbines, ensuring enhanced performance and efficiency.
Ansys Granta Selector
Assists engineers in selecting the most suitable materials that can withstand harsh chemical environments and mechanical stresses in process equipment.
Ansys Additive Suite
Supports the creation of highly complex components through additive manufacturing, allowing for innovative designs in process equipment.
Ansys Maxwell
Simulates electromagnetic fields, playing a key role in the design and analysis of sensors and actuators used for precise control in process operations.
Ansys HFSS
Designs and analyzes high-frequency electromagnetic components, such as antennas and RF components, which are vital for monitoring systems and communication networks in process equipment.
Ansys Chemkin-Pro
Optimizes combustion processes in equipment used for energy generation and chemical processing, ensuring efficient operation and compliance with environmental regulations.
Ansys Twin Builder
Develops digital twins for process equipment, enabling predictive maintenance and operational optimization based on real-time data and advanced simulations.
Advanced Materials
ANSYS Advanced Materials offers simulation tools to model the behavior of cutting-edge materials under various conditions, including thermal, mechanical, and electromagnetic stresses. It enables the design of high-performance components using complex material models for industries like aerospace and electronics.
Structural analysis to design advanced materials with improved mechanical properties.
Thermal analysis to enhance material performance in various applications under a range of temperatures.
Fluid dynamics simulation for efficient production and processing of advanced materials.
Component-Level
Capabilities
ANSYS Advanced Materials Component-Level Capabilities enable detailed simulations of individual material components, focusing on their mechanical, thermal, and electrical properties. These tools help optimize performance and reliability in the design of high-performance material systems.
Composites
- Model fibre orientation and ply stacking in composite materials to optimize performance and strength.
- Analyze the structural strength of components for various composite applications.
Nanomaterials
- Simulate the dispersion of nanoparticles in a fluid using fluid dynamics to ensure effective mixing.
Ceramics
- Simulate thermal processes such as heating, cooling, and thermal cycling to assess material behaviour and enhance strength.
- Analyze the mechanical behaviour of ceramics under stress to assess fracture toughness and durability.
Coatings
- Simulate the process of chemical vapour deposition (CVD) on substrates to optimize the coating characteristics.
Relevant Ansys
Software
ANSYS Advanced Materials integrates with software like ANSYS Mechanical, Fluent, and Discovery to simulate the behavior of innovative materials under various conditions. This combination ensures precise analysis for designing high-performance components in industries such as aerospace and electronics.
Ansys Mechanical
Conducts structural, thermal, vibration, and fatigue analyses on advanced materials and composites to assess performance under various conditions.
Ansys Fluent
Simulates fluid dynamics essential for chemical vapour deposition and other processes in manufacturing advanced materials.
Ansys Polyflow
Optimizes the extrusion and moulding processes for polymers enhancing material properties and process efficiency.
Ansys Granta Selector
Assists in selecting and comparing materials by analyzing their properties and environmental impacts to optimize material choices for engineering applications.
Ansys Composite PrepPost
Provides tools for designing and simulating composite materials, ensuring optimal layer configuration for desired properties.
Ansys Composite Cure Simulation
Supports additive manufacturing for advanced materials, ensuring precise fabrication of complex geometries.
Ansys Speos
Simulates light propagation and visual appearance, aiding in the design of materials with specific optical qualities.
Ansys Additive Suite
Supports additive manufacturing for advanced materials, ensuring precise fabrication of complex geometries.
Ansys LS-DYNA
Simulates dynamic events such as impacts and crashes to test the robustness of advanced materials in aerospace and automotive applications.
Ansys EnSight
Visualizes complex simulations, providing a graphical representation of data to aid in understanding material behaviour.
Process Flow Optimization
ANSYS Process Flow Optimization uses advanced simulation techniques to enhance the efficiency of fluid and gas flow systems. It helps identify design improvements, reduce energy costs, and optimize process performance in industries like oil, gas, and chemical processing.
Structural analysis of piping systems to assess reliability under operational loads.
Erosion and corrosion simulation to optimize the design to enhance the life of components.
Fluid dynamics simulation for efficient flow through pipes and valves with minimal energy loss.
Thermal and heat transfer analysis to assess the thermal stresses developed and heat dissipation characteristics of system components.
Component-Level
Capabilities
ANSYS Process Flow Optimization Component-Level Capabilities provide detailed analysis of individual components within fluid and gas flow systems. These tools optimize design for efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and enhance the performance of critical parts in complex process systems.
Piping Networks
- Simulate fluid dynamics to enhance transport efficiency and minimize pressure losses.
- Simulate erosion and corrosion of the inner surface of pipes to increase durability.
Heat Exchangers
- Perform fluid dynamics and heat transfer simulations to evaluate the flow of fluids and increase the effectiveness of the heat exchanger.
- Conduct thermo-structural analysis to assess the thermal stresses developed in the components of the exchanger.
Pumps and Compressors
- Simulate fluid dynamics of flow around impeller blades for maximum energy conversion efficiency.
- Simulate cavitation in pumps and compressors to make design changes to avoid damage to components.
- Perform fluid dynamics simulation to ensure proper flow and minimal energy loss due to turbulence.
- Simulate material erosion of inner walls of valves to optimize the design for enhancing the operational life.
Filters and Separators
- Simulate pressure drop due to the placement of filters in the fluid stream.
Relevant Ansys
Software
ANSYS Process Flow Optimization integrates with software like ANSYS Fluent, Mechanical, and AIM to simulate and optimize fluid and gas flow behaviors. This combination ensures precise analysis and performance improvements for process systems in industries like chemical, oil, and gas.
Ansys Mechanical
Performs structural and thermal analyses on components like heat exchangers and valves to ensure durability and optimal functioning under various operating conditions.
Ansys Fluent
Simulates fluid dynamics and heat transfer to optimize flow processes in piping networks, heat exchangers, and separators, enhancing efficiency and performance.
Ansys CFX
Provides advanced fluid mechanics for high-fidelity simulations of turbomachinery, such as pumps and compressors, helping to improve their operational efficiency and diagnose flow-related issues.
Ansys Twin Builder
Develops digital twins for complete process flow systems, allowing for real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance to optimize system performance and prevent failures.
Ansys Chemkin-Pro
Specializes in chemical reaction modelling for enhancing reactor designs within process systems, applicable where chemical reactions are integral to the process.
Ansys SpaceClaim
Facilitates 3D modelling and simulation prep for all engineers, simplifying geometry and model preparation for complex assemblies in process equipment.
Ansys Rocky
Specializes in discrete element method (DEM) simulations to analyze the behaviour of granular flow, critical for filters and separators handling particulate materials.
Plastic and Polymer Manufacturing Processes
ANSYS Plastic and Polymer Manufacturing Processes provide simulation tools to optimize the design and performance of plastic components during injection molding, extrusion, and other manufacturing methods. It helps improve material flow, reduce defects, and enhance the efficiency of production processes.
Manufacturing process simulation including extrusion and blow-moulding to ensure efficient production.
Structural analysis to enhance the design and durability of plastic products.
Thermal analysis and heat transfer to optimize moulding, extrusion, and other manufacturing processes.
Component-Level
Capabilities
ANSYS Plastic and Polymer Manufacturing Processes Component-Level Capabilities enable detailed analysis of individual plastic parts during manufacturing. These tools optimize material flow, reduce defects, and ensure high-quality, efficient production of polymer components.
Injection and Blow Moulding
- Simulate polymer material flow to optimize mould filling and reduce product defects.
- Simulate blow moulding to ensure that the product is manufactured effectively and in high quality.
Extrusion and Thermoforming
- Simulate the extrusion process for polymer materials to ensure accurate manufacturing of parts.
- Simulate the thermoforming process to assess the behaviour of polymer parts when subjected to heating and large plastic deformations.
Relevant Ansys
Software
ANSYS Plastic and Polymer Manufacturing Processes integrates with software like ANSYS Moldex3D, Fluent, and Mechanical to simulate the behavior of plastics during manufacturing. This combination ensures accurate modeling of material flow, cooling, and mechanical properties for optimized production.
Ansys Mechanical
Conducts comprehensive structural and thermal simulations to evaluate the mechanical properties and durability of polymer products under different environmental conditions.
Ansys Fluent
Simulates fluid dynamics for complex mixing and reaction processes in polymer manufacturing, ensuring product consistency and quality.
Ansys Polyflow
Simulates the processing of plastics and polymers, including extrusion, thermoforming, and blow moulding, to enhance product quality and reduce material waste.
Ansys Granta Selector
Helps select the most suitable polymers and composites based on detailed analysis of properties such as strength, flexibility, and thermal resistance.
Ansys Additive Suite
Facilitates accurate simulation of additive manufacturing processes for polymers, enabling the creation of complex and precise polymer structures.
Ansys Rocky
Provides discrete element modelling (DEM) for granular material simulations, critical in processes involving plastic pellets in feed systems and bulk material handling.
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How does ANSYS support the material and chemical processing industry?
ANSYS helps simulate chemical reactions, heat transfer, fluid flow, and structural behavior in processing equipment, improving efficiency, safety, and product quality.
Can ANSYS simulate complex chemical processes?
Yes, ANSYS can model multiphase flows, mixing, reaction kinetics, and thermal management to optimize reactors, separators, pipelines, and more.
How does ANSYS help with equipment reliability and safety?
ANSYS simulations predict stress, corrosion, fatigue, and thermal degradation in processing equipment, allowing for early design improvements and reduced risk of failure.
Is ANSYS useful for materials innovation?
Absolutely. ANSYS enables materials modeling at micro and macro levels to evaluate mechanical, thermal, and electrical properties—supporting the development of advanced materials.
Can ANSYS help with sustainability in chemical processing?
Yes, ANSYS supports energy efficiency, waste reduction, and emission control through process optimization and predictive modeling, contributing to more sustainable operations.
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