1. Introduction and Basic Concepts

• Introduction to Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
• Differences Between Linear and Nonlinear Analysis
• Overview of Inventor Nastran
• Integration of the Nastran Module with Inventor
• Interface Overview and Basic Settings

2. Model Preparation and Geometry Review

• CAD Modeling Principles Suitable for Analysis
• Geometry Simplification Techniques
• Working with Parts and Assembly Structures
• Contact Types and Definitions

3. Material Definitions

• Material Properties and Linear Elasticity Concepts
• Assigning Materials in Inventor Nastran
• Customizing the Material Library

4. Mesh Operations

• What is a Mesh (Finite Element Mesh) and its Importance
• Element Types (Shell, Solid, Beam)
• Mesh Quality Criteria
• Mesh Settings and Improvement Methods

5. Boundary Conditions and Loads

• Boundary Conditions in Static Analysis (Constraints, Fixings)
• Force, Pressure, Moment, and Acceleration Loads
• Use of Symmetry Conditions
• Creating Realistic Loading Scenarios

6. Linear Static Analysis Applications

• Principles of Static Analysis Solutions
• Stress and Deformation Analysis on a Single Part
• Assembly Analysis and Contact Management
• Solver Options and Analysis Settings

7. Results Interpretation and Reporting

• Stress (von Mises), Displacement, and Deformation Results
• Safety Factor Analysis
• Results Visualization (Contour Plots, Animation)
• Automatic and Manual Report Generation

The Autodesk Inventor Nastran Linear FEA training lasts 3 days (2 days per week, totaling 2 weeks).