This curricular unit intends to transmit fundamental notions on Reverse Engineering using laser scanning, and on the modelling and analysis of structures using finite element method.
Being this curricular unit, part of the second cycle in Mechanical Engineering, it also constitutes a goal, to provide the future Masters with skills in the domains of modelling and analysis of structures, in re-engineering and/or components design context.
With this main objective and also aiming for illustrating the knowledge acquired, one uses commercial applications / platforms for the surface reconstruction acquired via laser scanning, as well as to develop and implement finite element models.
The conclusion of this curricular unit provides the skills to carry out the different stages of a re-engineering process, in connection to finite element concepts. It also provides the student with the necessary knowledge to critically understand the characteristics and limitations of the whole process.