AdvantEdge FEM

AdvantEdge FEM is a CAE software solution for the optimization of metal cutting. This modeling software is used by those looking to improve tool design, increase material removal rates, extend tool life, improve part quality, and much more. Use AdvantEdge FEM to decrease the need for trial and error testing — ultimately getting to market faster.

Technical information

AdvantEdge FEM is a micro-level, physics-based finite element machining modeling software package designed to allow a user to study the tool-workpiece interface and analyze the mechanical and thermal response of the tool-chip-workpiece system. AdvantEdge FEM provides detailed information on cutting forces, chip formation, temperature, heat flow, stress, strain, workpiece residual stress, etc.
AdvantEdge simulations allow a user to reduce cutting forces, optimize cutting feed and speed and increase Material Removal Rates, to predict and manage residual stress and subsequent part distortion, to improve tool performance and life.

Machining Modeling

AdvantEdge FEM enables users to analyze machining processes in 2D and 3D environments. Manufacturers across the globe find AdvantEdge FEM to be a valuable resource in the design of milling, grooving, boring, sawing, broaching, drilling, and turning processes.

Temperature and Stress Analyses

User-Friendly CAD Import

Users of AdvantEdge FEM are able to easily import solid model geometries from CAD software for faster, more accurate results. With several import interfaces, AdvantEdge FEM can be utilized for analyzing a wide variety of files including STEP, STL, VRML, and DXF.

How it Works: Define tool geometry or import from CAD program Select tool and workpiece materials Input cutting conditions Run simulations Compare simulation results for different cutting conditions or tool geometries to find optimal results Analyze temperature and stress profiles to gage reductions in tool wear Use chip formation to predict improved chip evacuation Evaluate force plots to lower cutting forces and power consumption

AdvantEdge FEM Benefits

• Increased material removal rates
• Improved tool life
• Predicted chip shape
• Shortened product design cycles
• Reduced trial and error testing
• Integrated with Third Wave Systems' AdvantEdge Production Module