Apogee

Finite Element Analysis

admin — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 18:07:26 +0000

We use a number of modelling techniques, including finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD), to model the behaviour of engineering systems and predict their in-service performance. Mechanical (displacements, stresses, strains), thermal (temperatures, heat flows) and many other types of behaviour can all be predicted.

For design, such modelling provides insight into product operation and reveals functional problems before expensive prototypes are manufactured.

In the post-market phase, it can help to identify causes of failure and evaluate remedial design changes before expensive change orders are issued.

Our experience includes:

Linear and non-linear stress analysis, including multi-body contact and mechanisms
Structural dynamics, including modal, harmonic response and full transient analyses
Adaptive processes (e.g. modelling material loss due to wear)
Probabilistic design
Parameter-based and topological design optimisation

Member of NAFEMS

admin — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:55:49 +0000

Apogee is a member of NAFEMS, the international organisation for promoting the safe and reliable use of finite element and related technology. NAFEMS membership says that we take quality assurance seriously and that you can have confidence in the quality of the work we produce. For more details, visit the NAFEMS website

Matt Toms, Product Development Manager, Impey UK Ltd

admin — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 10:32:10 +0000

….if we need more analysis carried out we will certainly be pleased to use your services again.

Charlie Campion, ApaTech Limited

admin — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 11:44:53 +0000

“….the work was very useful. In fact it informed our materials selection on a number of components which led us to change some of the device design. As a result we now have a much more robust product and in fact it was re-launched to market last week with some good feedback coming back already. Thanks for your help.”

Welcome to the new Apogee website!

admin — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 19:54:23 +0000

Welcome to the new Apogee website. We hope you like our new look.

Over the next weeks and months we will be adding all sorts of exciting new material, including case studies, review and comment on new design and analysis methods and a hints-and-tips section for those who are looking for help and advice.

Your feedback is important, so if you have any comments, criticisms or suggestions (or even if you just want to say hello!) please leave them below.

Andrew

Apogee Sponsors Round Britain Charity Challenge

admin — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 19:47:19 +0000

Apogee is proud to be sponsoring Roger and Josie Phillips on their round-Britain sailing adventure raising funds for The Big C Centre and Brain Tumour Research charities. Josie herself is living with a brain tumour and is determined to complete this great personal challenge whilst raising money for excellent causes. For more info, visit www.contessa32.co.uk, www.justgiving.com/roundbritainwithabraintumour-braintumourresearch or www.justgiving.com/roundbritainwithabraintumour-bigc.

Apogee Exhibits at Prestigious International Conference

admin — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 19:58:26 +0000

Apogee is exhibiting at the forthcoming Computer Methods in Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering 2010 conference in Valencia, 24th-27th February 2010. We are very pleased to be involved with this event – if you happen to be in the area, do drop by and say hello!