Abstract

Typically, climate chambers can efficiently test different environmental conditions, but at a high cost and quite late in the development process. This presentation outlines an analysis approach for a short-fiber reinforced plastic component subjected to temperature and moisture concentration changes to predict its long-term behavior. The underlying multiphysics investigation consists of a transient thermal analysis, followed by a temperature-dependent moisture diffusion study and a mechanical analysis sequentially coupled to the preceding analyses. This study mainly focuses on analyzing such complex behavior using Abaqus. A well-documented experiment was referenced to compare the simulation results with real-life data.

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Presenter Bio

Gabor Brezvai is a senior simulation engineer at CAD-Terv Ltd, whore he is responsible for simulation services, technical sales support, and software usage assistance. As a certified Abaqus instructor, he provides training and consultancy to engineers and companies seeking to enhance their simulation capacities.

With 15 years of experience in simulation as a service, Gabor has worked on a broad range of projects across the automotive, high-tech, and space industries. His expertise lies in finite element simulations, ensuring the reliability and performance of complex engineering structures. While his primary focus is on mechanics, he also has a keen interest in computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and the advanced simulation capabilities of Abaqus and 3DEXPERIENCE.

Gábor holds a Master of Science degree in mechanical engineering from the Budapest University of Technology and Economics, where he also contributes to academia as a visiting lecturer at the Department of Machine and Product Design. His commitment to engineering education extends beyond the classroom, as he actively supports customers with simulation challenges and delivers high-quality technical training.

As a recognized expert in simulation technology, Gábor continuously expands his knowledge to stay at the forefront of the industry. His professional experience, certifications and support credentials underscore his dedication to supporting product development with state-of-the-art CAE.