Multi body Dynamics
Multi body Dynamics
Multi-Body Dynamics (MBD) is a vital branch of mechanical engineering that focuses on analyzing the dynamic behavior of interconnected rigid or flexible bodies in motion. This course explores how mechanical systems—such as suspensions, engines, gear trains, robotic arms, and entire vehicles—behave under various force, torque, and constraint conditions.
It provides learners with a deep understanding of system-level dynamics, including kinematics, loads, joint forces, and vibration responses. MBD plays a crucial role in modern product development cycles, helping engineers simulate complex motions, optimize mechanisms, and improve performance and durability before physical prototyping.
🔍 What You Will Learn?
Learners begin with the fundamentals of kinematics and kinetics of rigid bodies, progressing to advanced topics like contact modeling, joint definitions, drive controls, force elements, and time-based simulations. The course covers both 2D and 3D dynamic systems, including planar linkages, vehicle dynamics, and robotic simulations.
Participants will learn to simulate real-world mechanisms like steering systems, engine crank-slider mechanisms, door closures, and suspension movements. Modules also include flexible body dynamics, coupled simulations, and integration with FEA to analyze stress responses during motion. A strong focus is placed on interpreting motion curves, animation playback, reaction forces, and torque transmission paths to support design decisions.
💻 Tools & Techniques Covered
The course includes hands-on training using industry-standard software such as MSC Adams, Altair MotionSolve, Simcenter Motion, RecurDyn, and SolidWorks Motion. Learners will model mechanical assemblies, define constraints (revolute, translational, cylindrical), apply motion drivers and loads, and simulate time-dependent behaviors.
Post-processing includes evaluating displacement, velocity, acceleration, contact forces, and reaction moments. Advanced sessions cover scripting motion functions, co-simulation with control systems (MATLAB/Simulink), and coupling with FEA tools for structural feedback during motion.
🎓 Who Should Enroll?
This program is ideal for mechanical, aerospace, civil, and structural engineering students and professionals who want to deepen their understanding of simulation and structural analysis. It is especially suited for those aspiring to enter fields like structural analysis, CAE engineering, aerospace simulation, automotive durability testing, and product validation.
📜 Certification & Outcomes
On successful completion, participants receive a Professional Certification in Multi-Body Dynamics & Motion Simulation, along with a personalized project portfolio and motion analysis reports. This course empowers learners for roles such as MBD Engineer, Mechanism Analyst, Dynamics Simulation Specialist, Vehicle Dynamics Engineer, and Robotics System Developer. As digital twins and virtual testing gain ground, MBD professionals are increasingly vital in delivering performance-oriented, cost-efficient, and failure-resistant mechanical systems.
⏳ Course Duration
The NASTRAN course is designed with flexible duration options to accommodate various learner needs. The Standard Track runs for approximately 4 to 6 weeks, featuring weekday sessions combined with intensive lab work and simulation exercises. For those looking for a quicker learning experience, the Fast Track mode compresses the content into 2 to 3 weeks, ideal for professionals or graduates with prior exposure to FEA tools. Learners preferring a more relaxed pace can opt for the Weekend or Online Mode, which extends over 6 to 8 weeks and is perfect for working individuals or distant learners. In all formats, the course concludes with a Capstone Project spanning 1 to 2 weeks, where participants work on real-world structural analysis problems using NASTRAN, reinforcing their understanding through practical application.