Online Course on
Structural Analysis and Design Optimization: Theory and Practice
A structured online programme from IISc introducing the fundamentals of structural analysis and design optimization used in engineering applications. It covers key concepts such as stress, strain, fatigue, and failure analysis, along with optimization techniques for designing efficient and reliable structures. The course also highlights the use of computational tools and case studies to analyse and improve structural performance.
Course at a Glance
Know the Course Instructor
Prof. S. B. Kandagal
He is a Principal Research Scientist in the Structures & Materials group of the Department of Aerospace Engineering, Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore. He obtained his B.E. and M.Tech. degrees from NITK, Surathkal, and completed his Ph.D. from IISc, Bangalore. With more than two decades of experience in academic research and advanced experimentation, his expertise lies in structural mechanics, structural dynamics, vibration and noise control, smart structures, experimental modal analysis, structural optimization, and piezoelectric-based energy harvesting. He has made significant contributions to the analysis and control of vibrations in aerospace structures, including the integration of smart materials such as piezoelectric sensors and actuators for sensing, control, and energy harvesting applications. Prof. Kandagal has published several research papers in reputed journals and conferences, actively collaborates on sponsored research projects, and has mentored postgraduate and doctoral researchers at IISc. His work bridges theoretical modeling, experimental validation, and practical aerospace applications, making him a key contributor to research and education in structural and materials engineering at IISc.
Objectives of the Course
Advanced research in material science to enhance the life of structures with reduced cost resulted in metal alloys, plastics, composites and nano materials.
Structural design and optimization of components with unusual shapes became possible with FEM software tools such as ANSYS, COMSOL, NASTRON, ABACUS, SYSNOISE, LSDYNA and MATLAB etc.
The fundamental knowledge of stress, strain, shear and torsion in relation to the structures and S-N curves in relation to material fatigue life and failure analysis becomes important.
The interpretation of the FEM software results necessitates for the knowledge of structural system analysis and design optimization.
Training engineers, scientists, entrepreneurs and instructors in industries, institutes and universities to optimally design structural systems for technically superior and commercially viable value-added products to achieve “EMPOWER INDIA WITH SKILL AND Knowledge” for “AATMANIRBHARA BHARAT ABHIYAN”.
Course Syllabus
Applied mechanics, Strength of materials, SFD, BMD, AFD, solid mechanics, concept of stress, strain and fatigue. Constitutive laws, Mohr’s Circle, Engineering materials and their properties.
Structural analysis concepts for tension, compression, shear, torsion, coupled systems, and S-N curves.
Design of beams, torsion, compression members and fasteners (Pins, bolts, rivets and weld). Stability and failure theories for structures.
Composite materials and their importance and importance in structural analysis design optimization. Design methods with practical structures and examples.
Procedures for product design, development and testing for static and dynalysis (crash, shock and vibration) loading of structures.
Design principles for scaled rigid and Aeroelastic models.
Principles of optimization, formulation of objective function and design constraints, classification of optimization problem. Single and multivariable optimization. Optimization with equality and inequality constraints. Practical examples of optimal design of various structures and subsystems.
Practical case studies discussion. Design optimization of brake drum, DWR/Tracking ground and ship borne Antenna (Indian Patent), Sluice valve, Cup anemometer, Hydraulic crawler drilling machine, Car window regulator, Metal-composite sprocket, Super insulated thermal box, Impeller, Box culverts (US Patent).
Failure analysis of Turbine blades, power plant bed plate, Piston drill bit, raiser arm and induction ladle.n
Field audit, impact/collision analysis, stability studies, and design optimization of various engineering systems including chimneys, vehicles, aircraft models, AVMs, and UAV/MAV/drone CG estimation rigs.
Who Can Apply & Who Can Benefit?
Who Can Apply?
- BE, ME, MSc, AMIE, 3rd Year and Final Year undergraduate
Who Can Benefit?
- Mechanical Aerospace, Automotive, Industrial engineers, Civil, R & D Labs, Construction technologies, New product design and development groups, Entrepreneurs and Engineering college instructors. Professionals to pursue postgraduate and higher studies.