The Boeing Company: Aerospace Structures Simulation Analysis Process and Data Management | 2024 SIMULIA Americas Users Conference

We were honored to have both Kenneth Dang and Chandra Subraya from The Boeing Company present at the SIMULIA Americas Users Conference, May 1-2, 2024 in Novi, Michigan.

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Abstract

Structural modeling, simulation and analysis generates a large amount of models/data during product development, production and product support. Configurationally managing and maintaining the traceability of those analysis artifacts are critical to aerospace product qualification and certification (PQ&C). Simulation/Analysis Process and Data Management (SPDM/APDM) are critical to Boeing’s effort in digital transformation.


In this presentation, we will discuss Structural Analysis Process and Data Management (APDM) where a digital thread of analyzing aerospace structural integrity will be demonstrated by capturing CATIA geometry, generating finite element models at various levels, performing margins of safety calculation, generating Strength Check Notes (SCNs), all of which are critical artifacts for airplane certification and fleet support. 


The presentation demo is focused on the Interior Responsibility Center (IRC) Integrated Design Engineering and Analysis System (IDEAAS) digital thread systems in 3DEXPERIENCE: from capturing an IRC assembly CATIA V6 model to performing analysis of the assembly to creating SCN through automation and storing SCN in 3DEXPERIENCE PLM which leverages 3DEXPERIENCE PLM capability for data traceability and data synchronization.


Details of product lifecycle management of analysis SCNs which include the use of 3DEXPERIENCE process composer to link and automate SCN analysis process, store/manage SCNs based on 3DEXPERIENCE product structure, and configuration control of SCNs through 3DEXPERIENCE impact graph, etc. will also be discussed. We will also discuss the implementation and deployment of APDM for Boeing enterprise pathfinder programs and demonstrate the benefits: Reduction in conceptual design-analysis cycle time, cost savings and enabling of first-pass quality.

 

Presenter Bios

Kenneth K. Dang is currently the Digital Transformation Simulation-Analysis Lead Engineer and Product Owner for Boeing Commercial Airplane Digital Engineering Airplane Level Engineering Integration with focus in Structural Analysis/Simulation, Analysis Process Data Management (APDM) and Product Lifecycle Management. Kenneth is subject matter expert in the area: 3DExperience and Model-Based Engineering that encompass charting and developing a processes/tools/business process guides/design practices to support enterprise new airplane product introduction, future airplane program and existing legacy product. Kenneth's past experience includes: strong theoretical and analytical knowledge in static, fatigue and fracture mechanics. Extensive of industry experience working with all aspects of aircraft structural integrity of metallic structures that encompasses: static, fatigue and fracture mechanics analysis, material science manufacturing process, finite element analysis, stress analysis testing, spectrum development, design and failure assessment. Familiar and experience with Mil-Handbook Specs and commercial air transport FAR Part 25 requirements. Kenneth has strong experience working on both defense airframe platform and commercial airframe platform: F/A-18 E/F/G, F-5/T-38, ASIP (Airforce Structural Integrity Program), 777X Product Development, 777 (-9/8), VC25B Presidential Aircraft Replacement, Customer Product Support.

Kenneth is also Core Instructor - Structure University. Course Author and Instructor – Boeing Ed-Wells Program (Kenneth develop and teach Introduction to Structural Analysis of Airplane Components EWTP0244).
Kenneth holds a B.S from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and M.S from University of California-Los Angeles. Professional Engineer license within California Board of Professional Engineer.

Chandra Subraya has 29 Years of Industry Experience, 18 Years at Boeing, 7 Years with Automotive Industry, 4 years Engineering Consulting

Expertise : Structural analysis – Aircraft and Automotive structures, Finite Element Analysis, Certification of Aircraft Structures, Model Based Engineering, Analysis Automation and Digital Transformation.
E-UM – Boeing ODA Engineering Unit Member

Education :Composite Structural analysis and Design - Certificate Program, University of Washington, Seattle WA
Master of Technology from IIT Mumbai, India
Bachelor of Engineering – NITK Surathkal - India