Finite Element Analysis Quiz

What is finite element analysis?

• A method used to solve mathematical problems

• A method used to solve engineering problems

• A method used to solve chemistry problems

• A method used to solve physics problems

Why is finite element analysis called 'finite element'?

• Because it solves finite equations

• Because it models finite elements

• Because it uses finite mathematical techniques

• Because it subdivides a larger problem into smaller parts

Why do the branches of a tree behave differently than the trunk of a tree?

• They are made up a different materials that behave differently

• Trees are complex shapes without predictable properties

• The colors of the parts of a tree help shape its behavior

• The density of the roots play a major role in the behavior of the parts

How do different components of a tree respond to external forces?

• Differently based on their sizes and colors

• Differently based on their locations and orientations

• Differently based on their materials and shapes

• Differently based on their ages and heights

What is the purpose of a mesh in finite element analysis?

• To represent different types of elements

• To fill the geometry of an object

• To simulate real-life objects

• To manipulate materials and shapes

What types of elements can be used in finite element analysis?

• Solid, liquid, and gas

• One-dimensional, two-dimensional, and three-dimensional

• Circular, square, and triangular

• Metal, plastic, and wood

What is one application of finite element analysis?

• Automotive crash tests

• Astronomical simulations

• Biological experiments

• Chemical reactions

What are the benefits of using finite element analysis in car crash evaluations?

• Easier to instrument dummies

• More accurate than physical tests

• Safer for the environment

• Cheaper and faster than physical tests

What is the learning curve like for finite element analysis?

• Small and simple

• Large and complex

• Non-existent

• Medium and manageable

What is the field of finite element analysis good for?

• Creating realistic computer models

• Developing advanced mathematical techniques

• Simulating physical experiments

• Solving complex engineering problems