CAE Starter Database
| What is it? | An introductory data module supporting users of Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) software. |
| What is in it? | Sample materials property information on sixty typical engineering materials, enabling engineers to get started in populating and using CAE materials models. |
| What is it used for? | Initial validation and use of the GRANTA MI materials information management software as a supporting system for CAE. |
| Where does it come from? | Data is compiled and maintained by Granta Design. |
| How can I access it? | Via a compatible CAE system that offers a connection to the GRANTA MI materials information system |
Description
The CAE Starter database contains data on 60 of the most common engineering materials, including metals, polymers, ceramics, glasses, composites, and natural materials. Each record contains a full set of data suitable for thermal or linear static mechanical analysis. The properties covered include:
- density
- moduli
- strengths
- thermal conductivity
- thermal expansion
- specific heat
- electrical conductivity
This data is a sample from Granta's comprehensive MaterialUniverse data module and shares its same pedigree of completeness and quality.
All of this data is available in an easy-to-use tree structure. The inclusion of alternative common names and designations allows the correct material to be found quickly.