AdvantEdge™ FEM 5.1
AdvantEdge™ FEM 5.1 is a materials-based solution for optimization of metal cutting processes. This modeling and simulation software provides detailed analysis of milling, drilling, and turning processes. It allows you to improve material removal rates, part quality, and tool performance while decreasing the need for physical testing. In addition to force and temperature prediction, AdvantEdge™ 5.1 features tool wear prediction capabilities, automated 3D residual stress analysis, 3D tool thermal boundary conditions, 3D initial mesh viewer, and enhanced rake face data extraction capabilities. We’ll help you machine it faster, machine it better.
New machining processes
- Tapping
- Face turning with rotating workpiece
- OD turning with rotating workpiece
- Boring with rotating workpiece
- Grooving with rotating workpiece
New CAD import features
- DXF import
- VRML import
- Workpiece STEP import for all processes
- Enhanced STL tool import
- Selective mesh refinement for STEP tool imports
- STEP tool import for plunge and ramp milling
New standard tool and workpiece features
- Notch angle in standard split point drill
- Oblique workpiece entrance for drilling
- Standard wiper insert
- Stacked insert milling
- Standard tapered ball end mill tool
- Drilling center offset
- Drill deflection model
New post-processing features
- Force plots for individual flutes in drilling and milling
- Export steady state temperature and force in NASTRAN format
- 2D tool/workpiece blanking
- Contact force history output
New Materials
- Added new workpiece materials including MRI153, MRI230, AE44, Al383, Al2139 and Al5059
- Added Cast Iron workpiece materials for 3D simulations