Design of a thermomechanical test bench using virtual simulation: integration of a thermal chamber for coupled DIC/IR imaging
This article was written in collaboration with Thibaut Archer, researcher at ONERA. Setting up thermomechanical tests in a controlled environment is a major challenge for validating numerical models in structural mechanics. Optimum design of the test rig is essential to ensure accurate acquisition of displacement and temperature fields, via DIC and IR measurements, particularly when…
Measurement robustness and the use of “automatic meshing”: focus on synchronized calibration for DIC
Continuing our series of articles on best practices in Digital Image Correlation (DIC), today we present calibration using synchronized target images (with or without mesh alignment), a new procedure that enables the simultaneous determination of intrinsic and extrinsic camera parameters. This procedure complements the hybrid approach already available in EikoTwin DIC, which remains relevant when…
Your First DIC Experiment with EikoTwin: Setup Tips for Altair Users
As a user of the Altair Partner Alliance, you have free access to EikoTwin DIC — a powerful tool for full-field strain and displacement measurement through Digital Image Correlation (DIC). But while the software is directly accessible, many users hesitate to take the first step simply because they don’t have a dedicated experimental setup at…
Designing optimized specimens for composite materials: from normative testing to simulation-assisted identification
This article is based on the M2 internship work of Antoine Vintache in collaboration with François Hild of the Laboratoire de Mécanique de Paris-Saclay, and presented at the ECCM21 conference [1]. This work is supported by ArianeGroup. In experimental mechanics, tests on composite materials are often based on standardized specimen geometries. These geometries – uniaxial…
Crack tracking on a structure : practical use case in thermal fatigue @ Liebherr Aerospace
In the aerospace industry, where component reliability is critical, the study and tracking of cracks is of paramount importance. Liebherr Aerospace, a leading manufacturer of heat exchangers, sought EikoSim’s expertise for an in-depth study of crack development under extreme thermal fatigue loading. The study, detailed below, provides a comprehensive overview of the methods, results and…
Modal analysis validation – in practice
In a recent post, we mentioned how DIC can be used for modal analysis validation by comparing the measured field with a finite element simulation. A practical exercise was proposed to us by INTES: how to export results to a simulation pre-post, in this case that of the PERMAS software? In this case, we have…
Building simulation credibility: the validation of Ariane 6’s Dual Launch Structure
Ensuring the credibility of simulation models is a concern in all fields of engineering. In aerospace engineering, structural qualification is a crucial step in ensuring that critical components are capable of withstanding the most severe operational conditions. This process is essential to ensure the safety and reliability of systems during missions. This article focuses on…
Modal analysis: how can Digital Image Correlation (DIC) help?
Modal analysis is a key technique used in engineering to understand the vibratory behavior of mechanical structures. It enables us to determine the natural frequencies and modal shapes of a structure, which are crucial in ensuring that it does not resonate dangerously under specific operating conditions. Traditionally, this analysis has relied on the use of…
The Engineering Mind podcast – Testing and simulation
Recently, our CEO, Florent Mathieu, had the honor of joining Jousef Murad to discuss testing & simulation on his podcast, The Engineered Mind. In this conversation, Florent dives into the heart of what makes EikoSim a game-changer in the realm of structural simulation. From the intricate details of test preparation and instrumentation to the invaluable…
Calibration of material parameters from a single test: workflow
By Florent Mathieu, CEO of EikoSim. Images and data – credits IRT St Exupéry How can you perform calibration of several material parameters with a single test? Here’s a guide. In a previous article, we explored the possibilities offered by lattice structures and showed how it is possible to measure these complex kinematics using Digital…
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