Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
Mechanical & Structural Engineering Analysis You Can Rely On
Finite Element Analysis (FEA) is a powerful engineering tool — but only when it is applied with sound engineering judgement.
At Trang Imagineering, FEA is used as part of a broader engineering assessment, supporting real-world design, verification and decision-making for mechanical and structural systems.
What Is Finite Element Analysis?
FEA is a numerical method used to:
predict stresses, strains and deflections,
evaluate load paths,
assess fatigue and failure modes,
and verify performance under realistic conditions.
It is widely used across:
mechanical components
structural steelwork
plant and equipment
mining and industrial infrastructure
However, software alone does not make an analysis valid.
Mechanical vs Structural FEA
Mechanical FEA
Typically focuses on:
machine components
pressure-loaded parts
fatigue-critical items
moving or cyclically loaded systems
Common applications include:
shafts, brackets and frames
lifting devices
machine guarding and supports
fatigue and life assessment
Structural FEA
Typically focuses on:
steel structures and frames
platforms and access systems
plant and equipment supports
load distribution and deflection control
Often used where:
geometry is complex,
loads are non-uniform,
or simplified hand calculations are insufficient.
When Is FEA Appropriate?
FEA is particularly valuable when:
standard formulas don’t apply,
load paths are complex,
fatigue life is critical,
legacy designs need verification,
or compliance with standards must be demonstrated.
FEA should support engineering judgement, not replace it.
What Makes Good FEA?
A credible FEA study requires:
correct load cases and boundary conditions
realistic material properties
appropriate mesh selection
validation against engineering principles
clear interpretation of results
Poorly applied FEA can be misleading — even dangerous.
FEA Services with Trang Imagineering
Trang Imagineering provides engineering-led FEA, including:
Mechanical and structural finite element analysis
Stress, deflection and fatigue assessment
Design verification and optimisation
Support for compliance and certification
Clear reporting with practical recommendations
Our analyses are grounded in:
engineering standards,
real-world loading,
and practical fabrication and construction considerations.
Why Use Trang for FEA?
Clients choose Trang because:
analysis is performed by practising engineers,
results are explained clearly and transparently,
and recommendations are practical and defensible.
Whether supporting design, troubleshooting or compliance, FEA is used as a tool — not a black box.
Talk to Trang Imagineering
If you require finite element analysis for mechanical or structural systems, contact Trang Imagineering to discuss your project and how FEA can support it.