Finite element analysis services — FEA simulate before you fabricate.
From stress analysis to thermal and fatigue simulations, our Australian team delivers engineering-grade FEA analysis services to AS 4024 standards. Reducing risk for Australian manufacturers since 2010.
Why Choose Our Service?
Choosing AstCAD’s FEA services ensures precision, speed, and confidence in your design process. Our experienced project managers and mechanical engineers work closely with clients to provide customised solutions that meet unique project requirements. By integrating FEA into your design workflow, we help you reduce design cycles, prevent costly errors, and optimise product performance across industries including automotive, aerospace, biomechanics, and consumer products.
Our finite element analysis services
- Structural Analysis
- Modal Analysis
- FE Modelling
- Linear and Non-linear Static Analysis
- Dynamic Analysis
- Thermal Analysis (Steady State and transient)
- CFD
- Mould Flow Analysis
We effectively streamline the product development process by providing the best technical support. We help get more great turnaround products within the same time as the traditional design process. We use a unique design process that offers the best analysis solutions.
Key Features of the Service
Our Finite Element Analysis services include:
- Structural Analysis: Assess stress, strain, fatigue, and deformation under various loads.
- Modal Analysis: Determine natural frequencies and vibration characteristics.
- FE Modelling: Create accurate finite element models for simulations.
- Linear & Non-linear Static Analysis: Evaluate complex structures under static loads.
- Dynamic Analysis: Simulate transient and time-dependent forces.
- Thermal Analysis (Steady State & Transient): Analyse heat transfer via conduction, convection, and radiation.
- Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD): Study fluid flow, pressure, and velocity in components.
- Mould Flow Analysis: Optimise gating, risers, and detect hotspots or warpage in plastic parts.
The team and approach
As one of the best ASTCAD services companies, we have a team of qualified and experienced mechanical engineers who conducts various types of analysis such as thermal (radiation, conduction and convection), structural (fatigue, strain, stress, and deformation), fluid flow (velocity, pressure and flow) and coupled field analysis. We have worked with global engineering design and drafting companies and provided various FEA solutions. Examples of our work are listed below:
- Port design optimisation for an automobile engine valve using thermal-fluid flow analysis
- Normal mode analysis of a structure done under thermal loading
- Critical frequency analysis of motor components done under thermal and structural loading
- The Moldflow analysis will detect hotspots, pressure loss, and warpage and optimise gating and risers/runners for a consumer goods plastic part.
We work with our clients to find feasible design solutions. By integrating FEA into the design process, materials can be optimised quickly. Companies like aerospace, automobiles and biomechanical industries use our FEA services to understand how structures bend, twist or experience stress. Our FEA services include excellent design options based on FEA results.
Our mechanical engineers at Australian Design & Drafting Service company offer a rich experience and ability to solve complex mechanical engineering analysis challenges. Few include coupled field analysis and explicit dynamics. They are well-versed in using FEA in mechanical designs and have in-depth product development knowledge, real-world experimental testing skills and software tools expertise. Our FEA solutions offer companies a high degree of confidence and understanding.
Benefits of our FEA services
- Reduction in-field failures and product recalls
- Increase in productivity
- Decrease in ECOs and ECO processing time
- Reduction in physical tests
- Reduction in the number of prototypes needed
FEA software & tools used at australian design & drafting services
Our experts use the following software and tools:
- Ansys
- Hype mesh
- LS-DYNA
- Cosmos Works
- MSC Nastran
Our Process / How We Work
At AstCAD, we follow a streamlined, results-driven approach to FEA:
- Requirement Gathering: Understanding client goals, design constraints, and operating conditions.
- FE Model Development: Creating accurate models using advanced CAD and simulation tools.
- Simulation & Analysis: Conducting linear/non-linear, thermal, dynamic, and coupled field analyses.
- Results Interpretation: Providing actionable insights to optimise design and enhance performance.
- Reporting & Recommendations: Delivering detailed reports with design improvement suggestions.
- Support & Iteration: Working with clients to refine designs and achieve the best outcomes.
Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Services for Industries
Our FEA solutions cater to multiple industries:
- Automotive: Engine component optimisation, crash simulation, thermal-fluid analysis.
- Aerospace: Stress analysis, modal analysis, fatigue prediction.
- Consumer Goods: Plastic part optimisation using Moldflow analysis.
- Biomechanics: Prosthetic design, structural analysis of implants.
- Manufacturing: Optimisation of mechanical components and assemblies.
What CAD Software Do You Use?
AstCAD engineers leverage top-tier FEA and CAD software tools, including:
- Ansys – Comprehensive FEA simulation platform
- HypeMesh – Advanced meshing for high-fidelity models
- LS-DYNA – Non-linear, transient dynamic simulation
- CosmosWorks – Integrated CAD-embedded FEA
- MSC Nastran – Aerospace-grade structural analysis
These tools allow us to accurately simulate real-world conditions, optimise designs, and reduce time-to-market.
Why We Stand Out (Competitive Advantage)
AstCAD sets itself apart through:
- Expert Team: Highly qualified engineers with extensive hands-on experience.
- Accuracy & Reliability: High-precision analysis that ensures confidence in product performance.
- Cost-Effective Solutions: Optimised designs that minimise material and manufacturing costs.
- Industry Experience: Serving global clients across automotive, aerospace, biomechanics, and consumer products.
- Integrated Approach: Combining CAD, simulation, and testing for comprehensive design optimisation.
Take your product design to the next level with AstCAD’s Finite Element Analysis (FEA) services. Let our experienced engineers help you optimise designs, reduce errors, and improve performance across any engineering discipline.
What is Finite Element Analysis (FEA)?
Finite Element Analysis (FEA) is a computer-aided engineering technique that simulates how products and components respond to real-world stresses like force, heat, vibration, and fluid flow. We use FEA to predict performance, identify potential weaknesses, and optimize designs before costly physical prototypes are manufactured. At ASTCAD, our experienced team applies FEA across diverse Australian industries, from mining equipment to aerospace components, helping you reduce development costs and accelerate time to market with confidence in your designs.
What industries benefit from your FEA services?
We provide FEA solutions across various industries including automotive, aerospace, industrial machinery, consumer products, medical devices, electronics, oil and gas, and civil engineering. Our team leverages deep expertise in Australian manufacturing standards and local regulatory requirements to deliver precise simulations that optimize designs before production, helping businesses reduce costs and accelerate time-to-market across all sectors.
What types of analyses do you offer?
We offer a comprehensive range of FEA simulations tailored to Australian engineering standards and requirements. Our services include static structural analysis, modal and vibration analysis, thermal and heat transfer analysis, fatigue and durability analysis, drop test simulation, buckling analysis, nonlinear and contact analysis, CFD-coupled thermal/structural analysis, and crashworthiness and impact simulation. We ensure all analyses comply with Australian design codes and industry regulations, helping your products meet local and international standards.
What software tools do you use for FEA?
We use industry-leading FEA and CAE software including ANSYS, Abaqus, Altair HyperWorks, SolidWorks Simulation, COMSOL Multiphysics, Autodesk Fusion 360, and Siemens NX Nastran. Our team selects the right tool based on your specific analysis needs, whether structural, thermal, or fluid dynamics. As an Australian company, we’re familiar with local engineering standards and can ensure your designs meet Australian Building Codes and relevant industry regulations.
What file formats do you accept and deliver?
We accept all major CAD formats including STEP, IGES, SLDPRT, Parasolid (x_t), and STL files. Our FEA results are delivered as comprehensive simulation reports in PDF or Word format, detailed stress and displacement visualizations, and raw solver files when needed. We also provide optimized CAD files with design recommendations tailored to Australian engineering standards and compliance requirements. This ensures your designs meet local specifications while maximizing performance and cost efficiency.
Can you help optimize my design based on FEA results?
Yes. One of the key benefits of FEA is design optimization. We provide detailed feedback and propose modifications to improve strength, reduce weight, enhance performance, and ensure safety while lowering production costs.
What are the benefits of using FEA?
Predict product performance before manufacturing
Identify and fix design flaws early
Reduce the need for physical prototypes
Lower development time and cost
Increase product safety and reliability
Validate compliance with industry standards
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