NEi Software Announces the Pre-release of NEi Nastran V10.1

NEi Software, a world leader in Finite Element Analysis software, announces the pre-release of NEi Nastran V10.1. With over 70 performance and analysis enhancements, this major release enables product development engineers from a wide variety of industries to increase the speed and accuracy of analysis of structures under various real-world conditions. Engineers can learn more about NEi Nastran advanced materials, contact, nonlinear, dynamic, and thermal enhancements by registering for the January 24 Introducing NEi Nastran V10.1 webinar or requesting a live demonstration.

"We are excited to introduce several of the enhancements to NEi Nastran with the pre-release of V10.1. Our focus over the past 20 years has remained on enabling engineers to produce the most accurate results in the shortest time frame by automating the most challenging aspects of product design analysis. By remaining focused on producing solutions for these product development analysis challenges, such as providing support for the analysis of advanced materials and finding new ways to optimize the use of computational memory, we provide our user base with a leading FEA solution," said David Weinberg, CEO of NEi Software.

With this release, NEi Software continues to support and develop computer aided engineering (CAE) solutions for composites and other advanced materials as companies compete to reduce product weight and costs. Predicting the failure of the matrix, fiber and each ply of a composites structure under various loads and conditions has become a necessity to fully realize the benefits of their use in building lighter and more capable structures such as aircraft. NEi Nastran V10.1 enables engineers to more accurately predict the behavior of composite materials with additional MCT (Multi Continuum Theory) and PPFA (Progressive Ply Failure Analysis) support for 3D layered solid composite elements. Engineers can learn more about these composite analysis enhancements by requesting the recent SAMPE Fall Tech white paper: Realistic Simulation of Thick Composite Bolted Joints: A Novel NASTRAN Method.

Engineers can view demonstrations of these NEi Nastran V10.1 enhancements during a live session on January 24, 2012. The general release of NEi Nastran V10.1 is expected in the first quarter of 2012.

IronCAD and NEi Software Announce "NEi Nastran for IronCAD"

Nastran Based FEA in IronCAD's 3D Associative Environment.

IronCAD, LLC, the leading provider of design productivity solutions, and NEi Software today announced the immediate availability of NEi Nastran for IronCAD, a powerful finite element analysis solution designed to run inside of the user interface of IRONCAD and INOVATE. With NEi Nastran for IronCAD, product design teams can perform FEA pre-processing, analysis and post-processing within the same associative design environment to provide engineers the flexibility to test product designs before manufacturing.

By providing FEA early in the design process, companies can reduce errors, design and testing cycles, time-to-market, and product development costs which increase the return on investment. Running fully imbedded in the IronCAD Design Collaboration suite design products IRONCAD and INOVATE, users can leverage the full design strengths of these products to quickly build products and perform analysis studies reducing the number of physical prototypes before going into production.

"Integrating simulation early and throughout the design process is the wave of the future for design engineers." commented Philip Potasiak, President of NEi Software. "NEi Software and IronCAD have partnered to develop NEi Nastran for IronCAD to address this critical need" he continued.

IronCAD registered users will be able to download and install the “NEi Nastran for IronCAD” that will enable users to run and explore the following capabilities as a fully functional node-limited version within IRONCAD and INOVATE:

Linear Static and Steady-State Heat Transfer
Normal Modes, Buckling, Composites, and Prestress
Advanced Dynamics (Transient Response, Frequency Response)
Nonlinear Analysis (Nonlinear Static and Transient Response)
Nonlinear Transient Heat Transfer (Static and Transient)

As users needs extend, options are available to purchase licensed versions of the functionality to meet their design needs. For purchasing options, please contact at 1-800-339-7304 (sales@ironcad.com) or your local reseller (http://www.ironcad.com/research/locatereseller/).

"Working with NEi Software to bring advance FEA capabilities into the IronCAD Design Collaboration Suite products brings tremendous value to design engineers needing the capability to quickly design and analyze products." commented Cary O’Connor, Vice President of Product Marketing at IronCAD. "This partnership extends advance analysis capabilities beyond what is offered in the market to customers that need speed and flexibility in designing products which results in better products in a shorter time with greater return of investment" he continued.

For a full detailed product overview of the NEi Nastran for IronCAD, visit http://www.ironcad.com/NEiNastranforIronCAD.

The NEi Nastran for IronCAD solution is available for immediate download today from http://www.ironcad.com/research/solutionpartners/analysis/neisoftware/.

NEi Software Introduces NEi Nastran in-CAD 2011

Nastran Based FEA in a 3D CAD Associative Environment.

NEi Software introduces NEi Nastran in-CAD 2011, an FEA solution delivered in a three-dimensional (3D) environment. With NEi Nastran in-CAD, product design teams can perform FEA pre-processing, analysis and post-processing within the same CAD associative environment. Engineers can use this flexible computer aided-engineering (CAE) solution to work with Nastran data files and perform advanced analysis only available from NEi Software.

NEi Nastran in-CAD was developed based on NEi Software's 20 years of experience integrating the advanced NEi Nastran solvers into industry leading pre- and post-processors and CAD solutions. NEi Nastran in-CAD answers the demand for a CAD associative and scalable FEA solution for small to medium sized companies. Companies who include FEA early in the design cycle can reduce errors, design and testing cycles, time-to-market, and product development costs, increasing return on investment (ROI).

"NEi Nastran in-CAD enables companies to meet ROI and market objectives. As the product design supply chain grows in complexity, companies look for affordable solutions that reduce design time and provide flexible post-processing capabilities. We believe this product addresses these objectives," said Philip Potasiak, President of NEi Software.

To find out more about NEi Nastran in-CAD, visit http://www.nenastran.com/engineeringsoftware/neinastran-incad. Those interested in learning how this CAE solution provides FEA pre-processing, analysis and post-processing in a CAD associative environment can register for the on-demand webinar available on Aug 30, 2011.

On-demand Webinar:
FEA Tips and Tricks: Jumpstart Your Project With CAE
Register: http://www.nenastran.com/fea-tips/tips-for-cad

NEi Software Debuts NEi Nastran For Creo™ at PlanetPTC Live

The First Embedded Nastran Solution For PTC's Creo™ Parametric.

NEi Software debuts the first embedded Nastran solution for Creo™ Parametric at PlanetPTC Live Las Vegas, NV. Creo™ Parametric users can take advantage of the proven technology of NEi Nastran solvers delivered in the Creo environment. NEi Nastran offers advanced Finite Element Analysis (FEA), including composites, linear, nonlinear, dynamics and heat transfer solutions.

"NEi Nastran for Creo allows engineers to perform finite element analysis within the Creo environment using proven Nastran technology. Providing these tools early in the design phase can be a key ingredient in reducing product development cost and time, providing a measurable return on engineering investment," said Philip Potasiak, President of NEi Software.

"Nastran is an established finite element solver in a number of industries. We are pleased that our customers will be able to utilize the Creo environment and NEi Nastran to perform simulation in support of their product design and development work," said Christos Katsis, Vice President, Simulation Products, PTC.

Those interested in learning more about NEi Nastran for Creo can visit the NEi Software booth #527 at PlanetPTC Live Las Vegas or http://www.nenastran.com/Creo. Those new to Finite Element Analysis (FEA) are invited to attend a live session by NEi on Monday, June 13 from 4:45 to 5:05pm at PlanetPTC Live.

NEi Software Booth #527 PlanetPTC Live Las Vegas Caesars Palace Las Vegas Hotel 3570 Las Vegas Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89109 Presentation: New to Finite Element Analysis (FEA) June 13, 2011 from 4:45 to 5:05PM

Free FEA Mobile Application -Now Available for Download

WESTMINSTER, CA – NEi Stratus is now available for download at the Apple App Store. NEi Stratus allows engineers to use their iPhone, iPod touch or iPad to experience mobile FEA technology for free. Engineers can perform finite element analysis on basic shapes such as flat plates, blocks, cylinders and tubes.

Free Mobile FEA application from NEi Software for the iPhone, iPod touch or iPad

WHERE: Apple App Store

NEi Software supplies Nastran Finite Element Analysis (FEA), engineering simulation, and virtual testing software solutions. Engineers gain insight with digital prototypes, images, contour plots, graphs, and animations of linear and nonlinear structural stress, deformation, dynamics, vibration, kinematics, impact, heat transfer and fluid dynamic (CFD) simulations. The website features case studies in aerospace, automotive, maritime, petroleum, medical, and consumer products with demonstration videos, webinars, tutorials, and training schedules.

NEi Software introduces a free FEA mobile application, NEi Stratus

WESTMINSTER, CA – NEi Software debuts its free FEA mobile application, NEi Stratus, at the Pacific Design & Manufacturing 2011 show as the company continues to innovate how and when finite element analysis solutions can be delivered to engineers. With this current application, finite element analysts can explore how mobile technology can be used to perform basic analysis, viewing results on their iPhone and iPad anywhere and anytime.

The company sees the potential of combining cloud technology with the power of NEi Nastran solvers and believes this initial exploration into the combination will allow for more complex analysis as the technology matures.

NEi Stratus will be available by the beginning of the second fiscal quarter and will be initially offered at no charge. Those interested in viewing demos of this free mobile FEA application and staying up-to-date on NEi Software products should visit http://www.nenastran.com/mobile.

“As innovators in CAE, NEi Software recognized two rapidly advancing technologies that have great potential within the CAE industry, mobile applications and cloud computing. NEi Stratus leverages these technologies to give engineers on-demand Nastran-based analysis,” said Mitch Muncy, Manager of Presales and Technical Support for NEi Software.

Femap® From Siemens PLM Software Now Sold Worldwide Through NEi Software's Reseller Network

WESTMINSTER, CA - NEi Software announced at its annual Worldwide VAR (Value-Added Reseller) Summit a global partnership with Siemens PLM Software to market and distribute Femap® software through the NEi Software VAR network. Siemens PLM Software is a business unit of the Siemens Industry Automation Division and a leading global provider of product lifecycle management (PLM) software and services. The summit which was co-sponsored by Siemens PLM Software marked the official launch of the partnership. In attendance were NEi Software VARs from Europe, Asia, the Middle East and Africa. NEi Software dedicated a full day of the four day event to highlight Femap, the PC-based finite element modeling component of the Siemens PLM Software Velocity Series™ portfolio of PLM solutions.

"Femap is a true world-class CAE solution that combines advanced capabilities with exceptional ease of use for analysis engineers," said David Weinberg, founder and CEO of NEi Software. "It is the ideal solution for our network of sophisticated CAE VARs to use as we help serve the product development needs of our customers."

Under the terms of the partnership, NEi Software's network of resellers around the world, with the exception of Japan, will sell Femap as a standalone product and bundled with NEi Nastran, the advanced Nastran solver from NEi Software. While the initial focus of the partnership is Femap, the two companies plan to expand the relationship to include a broader range of CAE solutions from Siemens PLM Software.

Karsten Newbury, Senior Vice President and General Manager for the Siemens PLM Software Velocity Series, addressed the attendees at the Summit saying, "Siemens PLM Software looks forward to building a successful global partnership with NEi Software and to expand Femap sales by leveraging NEi Software's worldwide network of VARs. Together we can help more companies experience how Femap adds value to product development with 'real FEA made easy'."

Philip Potasiak, President of NEi Software stated, "We are confident we can replicate the business model that has made NEi Software the #1 reseller of Femap in North America with our reseller network worldwide."

NEi Software to Debut NEi Nastran V10 at SAMPE

WESTMINSTER, CA - NEi Software will debut NEi Nastran V10 at SAMPE, a materials and processing technology conference being held in Seattle WA between May 18-20. Engineers will be on hand to demonstrate NEi Nastran V10 along with the suite of engineering software solutions offered by NEi Software. In addition, NEi Software will present a new white paper entitled "Simulating Fiber Metal Laminates" on May 20.

WHEN & WHERE:


SAMPE 2010 Seattle, WA
May 18-20, 2010
Visit NEi Software at booth 1610
Washington State Convention Center
800 Convention Place
Seattle, WA 98101-2350
Presentation
May 20, 2010 at 8:25AM
Session: Design & Analysis IV
FEA White Paper: "Simulating Fiber Metal Laminates"

Ship Hull Modeling and Analysis Presentation at ShipTech 2010 Using NEi Nastran and MAESTRO

WESTMINSTER, CA - Bart McPheeters of NEi Software and Shaun Hunter of DRS Defense Solutions, LLC to present a more efficient design process for full ship hull modeling and analysis using integrated global and local analysis tools at ShipTech 2010 on March 9, 2010 at 1:30PM in Biloxi, Mississippi.

WHEN:
March 9, 2010
1:30 - 2:00PM

WHERE:
ShipTech 2010
Beau Rivage Resort
Biloxi, Mississippi

WHAT:
ShipTech 2010 Presentation: Efficiency Through Integrated Tools

Initial hull design requires that global loads and stresses be considered as one of the first steps in the design of a ship. The process usually starts with a naval architect creating a rough full ship model that is optimized for global stresses. Local stresses for items like structural details and equipment foundations are typically modeled and simulated much farther into the design cycle by structural engineers.

The problem is that local details can affect the initial global response so the global simulation must be repeated every time a local component is added to the ship. Using an integrated process incorporating MAESTRO (global hull analysis) and NEi Nastran (local hull analysis), local details can easily and continuously be incorporated into a global model, allowing the global/local modeling and simulation process to be conducted much earlier in the design process than is typically done.

WHO:
Bart McPheeters, NEi Software
Mr. Bart McPheeters is a 1985 graduate of Webb Institute, with a degree in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering. He earned his master's degree in Solid Mechanics and Material Science from George Washington University in 1996. Mr. McPheeters worked for NKF Engineering for 10 years, becoming well versed in underwater shock and finite element methods. For the next ten years he worked for MSC Software as an Application Engineer supporting their Nastran, Patran and Dytran products. He has worked for NEi Software for the last two years, bringing his marine background to NEi Nastran.

Shaun Hunter, DRS Defense Solutions
Mr. Shaun Hunter is a naval architect at DRS Defense Solutions, LLC, Advanced Marine Technology Center (DRS DS AMTC) and has over 10 years of experience in the maritime industry with a strong background in ship structures, direct analysis, and software development. His area of expertise includes conducting global/local finite element analyses of marine vehicles as well as the use and development of marine design software. Prior to joining DRS DS AMTC, Mr. Hunter held naval architect positions at American Bureau of Shipping (Naval Engineering Department) and Alion Science and Technology Corporation. Mr. Hunter holds a bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering from University of New Orleans.

NEi Software Meets Market Demand with NEi Fusion 2.1, a 3D CAD Modeler with Nastran FEA

WESTMINSTER, CA - NEi Software, a global provider of Nastran Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software, announces the release of NEi Fusion 2.1, a unique combination of Nastran FEA solvers and 3D modeler powered by SolidWorks®. "We are excited to introduce NEi Fusion 2.1 which employs the same Nastran solvers found in all of our analysis products so you can expect solutions that are accurate, precise, and reliable. NEi Fusion is also unique because of its ability to create a collaborative work environment between designers and analysts. NEi Fusion is perfect for taking simulations to the next level with advanced capabilities such as dynamics and nonlinear analysis," said Dave Weinberg, CEO of NEi Software.

The NEi Fusion 2.1 upgrade includes:

* Automatic Bolt Element Generation for Simulating Bolted Connections
* Spatial Load Variability for Defining Hydrostatic Pressure, Interpolating Results from CFD
* Nonlinear Transient Analysis for Time Varying Nonlinear Events
* Mixed Beam/Shell Meshing for Structures Typically Found in Aerospace, Automotive, and Maritime

The full list of NEi Fusion 2.1 features can be found by visiting NEiSoftware.com/NEiFusion. NEi Fusion is used by product development professionals like designers and engineers to optimize design time, cut prototyping and testing costs, and improve quality. The product is also of interest to FE analysts, who like the option of a pre-post tool with CAD/FEA model associativity, and consultants, who need a Nastran solution in their simulation software portfolio.

Kubotek USA Signs FEA Software Distribution Agreement with NEi Software

Marlborough, Mass., - Kubotek USA has signed a distribution agreement with NEi Software, makers of NEi Nastran Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software. The agreement allows Kubotek USA to market and sell NEi Nastran FEA software in throughout North and South America. FEA software allows engineers to analyze the effect of various stresses on their mechanical CAD designs.

“NEi Software contacted us because of our 3D Direct Modeler, KeyCreator,” said Scott Sweeney, Vice President of Marketing for Kubotek USA. “With KeyCreator’s flexibility and precision, customers using NEi Nastran FEA can easily simplify and de-feature models from any CAD system for analysis and simulation. You don’t have to be a CAD jock or a Physics PhD to use the combination of KeyCreator and NEi Nastran.”

Phil Potasiak, President, NEi Software said “We are excited about our new relationship with Kubotek in the Americas and we plan to expand it globally. We believe that there is great synergy in our products. The fully integrated solution, scheduled for release in the fourth quarter of 2010, will offer unparalleled ease of use and price performance in the market.”

Kubotek sells a complete CAD/FEA solution which includes its 3D direct modeler KeyCreator Version 9 plus NEi Nastran V 9.2. The price for this complete CAD/FEA solution package is $9,995 and includes many CAD translators standard.

Existing Kubotek customers and customers currently using KeyCreator with a competing FEA solution will be offered competitive upgrades. Customers can click here to request more information on NEi Nastran products.

NEi Works™ 2.1 to be unveiled at SolidWorks® World 2010 in Anaheim CA

WESTMINSTER, CA - Following the successful introduction of NEi Works™ in 2004, NEi Software, a global provider of Finite Element Analysis software, will unveil the next generation of the product at SolidWorks® World 2010 in Anaheim, CA.

NEi Works 2.1 includes enhancements and additional features that address a segment of the SolidWorks community that requires Nastran for Finite Element Analysis (FEA) solutions.

NEi Software CEO, David Weinberg, will be available as the company demonstrates the enhancements and new features of NEi Works including new post-processing features, usability enhancements, optimization as well as new types of analysis, elements, and loads.

A full list of enhancements can be obtained at booth #633 or during the company’s presentation at the SolidWorks World 2010 Certified Partner Theater on February 1st from 7:45 – 8:00 PM.

NEi Works 2.1 is embedded in SolidWorks and has Gold Product status, a designation awarded by SolidWorks Corporation for products that pass its tests for quality and compatible integration. NEi Works is important to product developers in a wide range of industries because it relies on NEi Nastran solvers and incorporates a number of advanced simulation technologies.

NEi Software's Free Webinar - "Introduction to Finite Element Analysis" on December 2nd

NEi Software is holding a free webinar on December 2nd at 10:00am PST to provide an introduction to the finite element process.

An Introduction to Finite Element Analysis

This lecture will provide an introduction to the finite element process. This presentation will show:

• The finite element process through practical examples
• What your results are telling you
• How to avoid common errors in FEA

Presenter: Bart McPheeters, Senior Application Engineer
Bart McPheeters is an expert in Finite Element Analysis with over 20 years of experience in the industry. He holds a Master’s degree in Solid Mechanics. As Senior Application Engineer at NEi Software, he conducts training classes on Finite Element Analysis.

Who should attend?

This course is intended for designers and analysts who are new to finite element analysis, but experienced engineers should find the course instructional and valuable as well. Engineering managers can use this to gain understanding of how finite element analysis can make a difference in their development process.

This course is being provided free of charge.

NEi Software Announces NEi Explicit 2010 for Nastran

Webinar on November 4th to Demonstrate Explicit FEA Applications.

Westminster, CA: NEi Software, provider of NEi Nastran Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software, announced the addition of an explicit dynamics program to their simulation software suite — NEi Explicit 2010. This code has been used commercially since 2006, but has been enhanced by the lead developer, Dr. Lee Taylor, specifically to meet the needs of NEi’s customers in the aerospace, automotive and maritime industries. NEi Explicit solves nonlinear impact problems that involve large deformations with complex contact and motion. Typical applications include crash, metal forming processes, drop tests, and ballistic scenarios. NEi Explicit can also be used to solve static problems with millions of degrees of freedom. Because they are extremely large and highly contact dominated, these problems are difficult to solve using implicit FEA codes.

Key Features of NEi Explicit
- Complete integration with the NEi Nastran environment
- Automatic contact generation
- Rigid materials definition
- Material deletion criteria with element deletion and automatic reconstruction of contact surface due to surface erosion
- Parallel performance
- Compelling price point

Examples of NEi Explicit applications along with product information can be found at www.NEiExplicit.com. The animated solutions in the examples include a bird strike on a turbine engine, a bullet impacting armor, a sheet metal stamping operation, and fracture of a plastic buckle.

To help launch NEi Explicit, NEi Software will host an instructional webinar titled ―When Nastran Goes Explicit‖ on Wednesday, November 4th at 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PST. The webinar will explain the differences between implicit and explicit FEA and demonstrate the use of explicit FEA through examples and applications using NEi Explicit.

Sign up for the webinar is at www.NEiSoftware.com/webinar/explicit.

Dr. Taylor is the lead software developer for NEi Explicit. He has over 20 years of experience developing explicit dynamics code, as well as creating training materials and documentation. His background includes serving as President and Chief Scientist for TeraScale and Principal Member of the Sandia National Laboratories Technical Staff. Dr. Taylor's work has been published in the Journal of Materials Processing Technology, Mechanics of Materials, Fracture Mechanics of Ceramics, International Journal for Numerical and Analytical Methods in Geomechanics and Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and Engineering. He is a member of ASME and received his Ph.D in 1981 in Engineering Mechanics from the University of Texas in Austin.

NEi Software and DRS join forces for shipbuilding analysis

WESTMINSTER, CA - NEi Software has joined forces with DRS, the worldwide distributors of MAESTRO in order to better serve the shipbuilding industry by streamlining the process of global/local hull analysis. MAESTRO has long been known as a standard for global full ship structural Finite Element Analysis (FEA), while NEi Software is used extensively for local (or fine-mesh) analysis by both the defense and commercial segments of the shipbuilding industry.

These two technologies are now used to execute a bi-directional coupling that facilitates the iterative global/local analysis process. By means of this partnership, the naval architect can perform MAESTRO global analysis and pass those results to NEi Nastran for detailed/local analysis.

Additionally, local analyses, done completely in NEi Nastran, can be merged with MAESTRO models in order to expedite the process. Customers can expect more efficient designs and analyses of their structural design, significantly reducing development time costs.

NEi is now an authorized reseller of MAESTRO in the USA. The combined capabilities of MAESTRO and NEi Nastran will be exhibited at SAVIAC's 80th Shock & Vibration Symposium in San Diego, October 25-29.

NEi Software and Firehole Technologies to Deliver Advanced Composites Analysis to NEi Nastran

Westminster, CA: NEi Software, developer of Nastran Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software, and Firehole Technologies, a leader in advanced composite analysis and simulation, have announced a software integration and distribution partnership. The partnership will first focus on leveraging Firehole's multiscale composites analysis technology, Helius:MCT, to deliver an advanced composites analysis application to users of the NEi Nastran FEA package. Firehole and NEi formally launched their partnership at the 2009 Worldwide NEi VAR Summit held this year in Helsingborg, Sweden. Jerad Stack, the CEO of Firehole, presented the integrated NEi and Firehole solution to a large enthusiastic audience of NEi VARs from around the world including North America, Asia, Africa and Europe.

"The integration of Firehole's composites simulation technology is a continuation of our commitment to provide best-in-class composites analysis capabilities within NEi Nastran," said David Weinberg, CEO of NEi Software. Recent releases of NEi Nastran have added functionality such as nonlinear Progressive Ply Failure Analysis (PPFATM), and 3D composite elements.

Integrating Firehole's Helius:MCT directly into NEi Nastran will enhance the composite - specific toolset with its powerful constituent-based analysis technology. Helius:MCT excels in modeling of composite failure because it uniquely decomposes the stress and strain fields of a composite material into the stress and strain fields for the fiber and matrix components ­ allowing better insight into the root of composite failure. Jerad Stack, Firehole's CEO added "We are eager to move this partnership forward and provide NEi Nastran users access to results that are more accurate and realistic than classic composite theory. In addition, we are excited to have the reach of NEi's extensive distribution network to deliver these analytical capabilities to engineers and designers globally."

Helius:MCT will form the core technology behind NEi's Advanced Composites module, anticipated for release with NEi Nastran V10.0. Available with other commercial FEA packages as an add-on, this will be the first time Helius:MCT will be integrated directly within the base FEA package. NEi's President Philip Potasiak further explained the basis for the partnership, "Firehole is an obvious partner for us; we share similar goals and look forward to providing our NEi Nastran users with advanced composites technology that is easy to use, efficient and proven. NEi's customers have requested additional composites functionality; we look forward to exceeding their needs through this partnership and the development of NEi's Advanced Composites module."

NEi Software Celebrates 15 Years of Providing Femap Support

Westminster, CA: NEi Software is celebrating 15 years of excellence in support of Femap Finite Element Modeling Pre- and Post-Processing software. Femap by Siemens is a Windows-based Finite Element pre- and post-processor used by engineering organizations worldwide to model various products, processes, and systems. In combination with NEi Nastran, Femap delivers an intuitive environment in which many companies have been able to excel their process of engineering. By providing support in sales, training, technical expertise, and assisted development, NEi Software has been instrumental in the growth of Femap.

Bill Dickert, Western US Channel Manager, is quoted as saying, "We here at Siemens have enjoyed a long standing strategic relationship with NEi. They have established a strong base of Femap customers by proving a complete solution of software, training and world class support. We applaud their accomplishments and look forward to their continued success."

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NEi Fusion(TM) 2.0 With Nastran Targets "In-CAD" FEA Market

WESTMINSTER, CA - NEi Software (NEi), a leading developer of Nastran Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software, announced the release of NEi Fusion 2.0, a unique combination of Nastran FEA solvers and 3D modeler powered by SolidWorks. The NEi Fusion 2.0 upgrade adds several types of advanced modal and heat transfer analyses, new element types, new load capabilities, and support for hyperelastic and orthotropic composite materials.

The new NEi Fusion release provides an alternative to "In-CAD" FEA offerings in the designer/product engineer segment of the simulation software market. NEi Fusion offers these users a combination of: comprehensive 3D CAD environment for model creation, professional level FEA capabilities with high accuracy solvers, surface contact, optimization, composites, Automated Impact Analysis (AIA(TM)), and a future growth path to analyst level simulation if needed via the Nastran solver platform. All at a competitive price point to "In-CAD" FEA.

NEi Fusion is used by product development professionals like CAD Designers and Product Engineers to compress design time, cut prototyping and testing costs, and improve quality. The product is also of interest to FE analysts who like the option of a pre-post tool with a 3D CAD orientation and CAD/FEA model associativity, and consultants who need a Nastran solution in their simulation software portfolio.

"NEi Fusion 2.0 has managed to fill the void between complete yet expensive simulation systems and inexpensive yet limited tools. Any design engineer struggling with the limitations of complex interfaces or limited capabilities should give NEi Fusion a hard look. While the product is based on established technologies, NEi Nastran and SolidWorks, the combination is new enough to show exciting improvements with every release," commented Vince Adams, co-author of the book "Building Better Products with Finite Element Analysis," on the product positioning.

"While the basic structural tools are standard fare, where NEi Fusion gets interesting is in the deeper levels of functionality. A case in point is the impact analysis tool. From a deceptively simple input set, under the hood the system does some incredibly complex mathematics. The composites analysis tools make something that could be incredibly complex, much more streamlined to the process of design," commented Al Dean, Develop3D Editor, in a recent review article on NEi Fusion noted the role of advanced capabilities.

NEi Software is hosting a webinar on August 19 at 11:00 AM PDT, "Virtual Testing at the Design Stage," to demonstrate NEi Fusion's new capabilities. Sign-up for the online event is at www.NEiSoftware.com/web inar/NEiFusion.

NEi Software Shows Advanced Simulation Tools for Pro/E Users at PTC World Event Conference 2009

WESTMINSTER – NEi Software (NEi), a global leader in the development of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software, will demonstrate various advanced simulation options available to Pro/ENGINEER users at the PTC/USER World Event 2009. Highly accurate NEi Nastran solvers can work directly with PTC’s Pro/ENGINEER Mechanica; or, pre and post processors Femap®, and NEi Fusion™ powered by NEi Nastran can import Pro/ENGINEER files to perform linear and nonlinear analysis. The event takes place at the Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel in Orlando, FL, June 7-10. NEi Software is at Booth #523. Simulation technology developed by NEi solves engineering problems for 3D CAD parts and assemblies subjected to structural or thermal loads. The graphic results and animations provide product designers, engineers and analysts with insight on stress, deformation, vibration and heat transfer, allowing them to catch problems and optimize parts early in the development cycle before prototypes or parts are fabricated. The emphasis on cost reduction in today's economy has heightened interest in NEi’s engineering analysis and simulation software because it typically shows a high Return on Investment (ROI).

New virtual testing tools in NEi’s portfolio include:

- Automated Impact Analysis (AIATM) and Drop Test for performing implicit, nonlinear impact tests on projects ranging from military projectiles to product packaging and drop testing of consumer electronic products

- Design Optimization finds solutions to complex problems with multiple geometric options and competing engineering parameters as occurs in the design of strong but light structures

- Automated Surface Contact Generation (ASCGTM) provides real world fidelity with true 3D contact while removing complexity and manpower from the task

- Automated Edge Connection Generation (AECGTM) is a major productivity tool for speeding model creation for shell type structures like, cars, ships, and aircraft

- Advanced Failure Criteria using modern theories like Puck and LaRC02 finds first ply failure in composite structures, such as carbon fiber and epoxy laminates

- Progressive Ply Failure Analysis (PPFA™) takes composite engineering a step further by revealing how damage is propagated through laminated structures allowing for further optimization

Virtual Product Test for Designers and Engineering Simulation Software for Analysts at Pacific Design Show

WESTMINSTER, CA - NEi Software (NEi), a global leader in the development of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software, will demonstrate how pre and post processors Femap®, NEi Fusion™, and NEi Works™ powered by NEi Nastran solvers assist both designers and analysts in testing products on their computers faster, easier, and with greater fidelity at the Pacific Design and Manufacturing Show. Digital prototyping technology developed by NEi creates graphic results of engineering parameters like stress, vibration modes, and heat transfer when 3D CAD parts and assemblies are subjected to structural or thermal loads. Simulation software is receiving more attention in today's economy because of its ability to reduce costs through savings on fewer physical prototypes and test programs, reduction in redesigns by early recognition of problem areas, shortened design cycles, and accelerated time to market.

New virtual testing tools in NEi's portfolio include: Automated Impact Analysis and Drop Test (AIA™), Design Optimization, Automated Surface Contact Generation (ASCG™), Automated Edge Connection Generation (AECG™) and Progressive Ply Failure Analysis (PPFA™). AIA is used in a variety of areas including military projectiles, product packaging and drop testing of consumer electronic products. Design Optimization finds solutions for complex designs with competing parameters, such as structures that must be both strong and light. ASCG provides real world fidelity in modeling assemblies. AECG is a major productivity tool that significantly speeds model creation for shell type structures like cars, ships, and aircraft. PPFA reveals how damage is propagated through composite structures like carbon fiber and epoxy laminates.

NEi will be at Booth #3519 at the Pacific Design Show, February 10-12, 2009 in the Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, CA. NEi will provide qualified parties with a free exhibit hall pass and invites attendees to review their specific application with a technical specialist. Sign up is at www.nenastran.com/pacific-design-2009.