- Docente: Sara Bagassi
- Credits: 3
- SSD: ING-IND/04
- Language: Italian
- Teaching Mode: In-person learning (entirely or partially)
- Campus: Forli
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Corso:
First cycle degree programme (L) in
Mechanical Engineering (cod. 0949)
Also valid for First cycle degree programme (L) in Aerospace Engineering (cod. 9234)
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from Feb 27, 2026 to Jun 05, 2026
Learning outcomes
At the end of the course the student gains knowledge about numerical methods for structural analysis, with particular reference to FEM (Finite Elements Methods), non-destructive tests and experimental tests.
Course contents
- Introduction to numerical methods for structural analysis.
- Introduction to materials' testing.
- Finite Elements Methods: general introduction and main applications.
- Practical examples on the use of FEM for aeronautical components.
- Examples of topological optimization of structural components.
Readings/Bibliography
Slides and lecture notes
Teaching methods
Theory and Hands-On Lectures.
Students will work in small teams to a design/optimization problem for aeronautical structural components.
Assessment methods
Technical report and live presentation of the assigned project development.
In accordance with the University Code of Ethics (Codice Etico di Ateneo), students’ attention is drawn to the obligation to adopt conduct based on the highest standards of integrity.
Any activity that may compromise the proper conduct of examinations is prohibited, including but not limited to:
• cheating and plagiarism;
• access to online learning resources;
• use of artificial intelligence tools not expressly authorized;
• use or possession of unauthorized materials or equipment.
It is specified that the mere possession of unauthorized tools or materials during the conduct of any examination results in the immediate invalidation of the submitted work and notification to the competent offices.
Any conduct in violation of the above provisions may result in disciplinary proceedings and, where criminal relevance applies, reports to the competent authorities, with the consequent risk of criminal proceedings being initiated against the students involved.
Teaching tools
Material testing facilities.
CAD software in Computer Lab.
FEM software in Computer Lab.
Topological Optimization software in Computer Lab.
Office hours
See the website of Sara Bagassi