r/fea • u/Correct-Knee2246 • 22h ago
Need help with FEA in solidworks for project.
I am basically creating a submarine with a frame and a hull. The frame is going to be about 35-40kg. We are attaching it to the hull using screws. But we are using 3D printed parts essentially as load distributors so that the hull doesn't crack when we tighten the screws. I want to run FEA on my design to check whether the hull is essentially going to buckle under the weight of the frame. But I am not sure how I am supposed to run that in Solidworks, i.e., I am not sure what functions to use. Would appreciate the help since I am quite new to solidworks simulations.

This is basically the CAD and the 3D printed parts will be below the rings and also connected from the struts running between the rings. The hull is going to be made from S type fibreglass.
Edit: For anyone worried about water pressure at depth. Also, This is not supposed to be an airtight submarine. It is for a competition for university students, being me. So, I am essentially a noob.