CES EduPack Release Notes for CES EduPack 2014

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1 CES EduPack 2014 Release Notes for CES EduPack 2014 April 2014

2 CES EduPack supports and enhances your teaching of materials, engineering, design and sustainability. It provides a comprehensive database of materials and process information, powerful materials software tools, and a range of supporting textbooks, lectures, projects, and exercises. Granta Design 2014 All rights reserved Cambridge Engineering Selector, CES Constructor, CES EduPack, CES INDEPTH, CES LAB, CES Selector, CES WEB, Eco Audit, Eco Materials Adviser, Granta Design, Granta Material Intelligence, Granta Material Inspiration, GRANTA MI, Hybrid Synthesizer, Material Intelligence The Game, Materials Gateway, MaterialUniverse, MI:, ProcessUniverse, the GRANTA, GRANTA MI, GRANTA Material Intelligence, and GRANTA Material Inspiration logos, the Granta CES EduPack and Granta CES Selector logos are trademarks of Granta Design Ltd. Windows, Excel, and PowerPoint are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries. ANSYS Workbench is a trademark of ANSYS Inc. or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries. Creo and Pro/ENGINEER are registered trademarks of PTC or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries. CATIA, ENOVIA, SIMULIA, SolidWorks, and Abaqus/CAE are registered trademarks of Dassault Systèmes or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries. NX and Teamcenter are registered trademarks of Siemens Product Lifecycle Management Software or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries. Autodesk, Autodesk Inventor, and Moldflow are trademarks or registered trademarks of Autodesk Inc. or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries. CAMPUS is a Registered trademark of CWFG mbh, Frankfurt/Main, 1991 The ASM logo is a registered trademark of ASM International. IDES is a trademark or registered trademark of Integrated Design Engineering Systems, Inc. ESDU is a registered trademark of Information Handling Services Inc. Granta Design Ltd. makes reasonable efforts to explicitly acknowledge all trademarks cited in our literature or on our website. If you would like us to add or alter an acknowledgement, please contact us.

3 Table of Contents 1 Introduction Summary of Key Enhancements... 5 Key new features in CES EduPack Key enhancements to information resources What s new in CES EduPack 2014?... 6 CES EduPack software... 6 CES EduPack Introductory Data Modules... 7 CES EduPack Advanced Data Modules... 8 Teaching Resources Feedback Granta Design of 15

4 1 Introduction These Release Notes apply to CES EduPack 2014 and detail the enhancements made to CES EduPack compared with the previous release, CES EduPack This document provides a brief overview of changes in the latest release. To install CES EduPack 2014,please follow the installation instructions available in the download. If you have any problems, questions or feedback, please contact us at Granta: support@grantadesign.com Telephone: USA or Canada: UK: France: Germany: Elsewhere: Web: Granta Design of 15

5 2 Summary of Key Enhancements Key new features in CES EduPack 2014 New highly visual and interactive homepages provide information on data available in the selected edition and direct access to online resources. See item 1. A series of enhancements to usability simplifying use. See item 2 and item 3. Key enhancements to information resources Updated version of the Level 3 MaterialUniverse data module includes new overview records summarizing the main characteristics, uses, strengths, and limitations of material classes. New processability attributes enable the selection of metals and polymers based on processes commonly used for their manufacture. New data on price and biopolymers. See items New Sustainable Development edition. See item 11. New Bio Engineering edition, including an updated Level 2 and a new Level 3 database. See item 12 and item 13. Interactive hompage added to Elements database. See item 5. New Teaching Resources Website. See item 7. These and other enhancements are detailed below. Descriptions are organized in sections according to software, database modules and teching resources. Granta Design of 15

6 3 What s new in CES EduPack 2014? This section details all enhancements in the CES EduPack 2014 release, compared with the CES EduPack 2013 release. CES EduPack software New edition homepages, displayed on launch of the application and whenever a new database or edition is selected. Provides information on data available in the selected edition and direct access to online resources. Includes the following functionality: 1. Select a table menu displays all data modules available in the selected database. Changing the selected option updates the browse tree and subset information. 2. Filter by subset menu dispalys all subsets available for the selected table. Clicking on the thumbnail images updates the browse tree and subset information to reflect the selected option. More in-depth information on the active database is available by clicking on the i icon, next to the database name, at the top of the homepage. The Online menu options open a web browser and provide access to relevant information on the Teaching Resources Website (requires internet access) - Database Tour links to the online Browse video tutorial for the active database/edition. - Teaching Resources links to relevant teaching resources associated with the selected database/edition. - Student Resources links to the playlist and full set of online video tutorials for CES EduPack and FAQs for students. Clicking the icon next to Database selected returns the user to the Change/Choose Database screen. The homepage can also be accessed by selecting Home from the View menu on the main application toolbar. More engaging and intuitive introduction to the software easier for students to understand where to start. Highlights what subsets are available and what data they provide. Provides direct access to online resources appropriate for the selected database/edition. Updated version of CES Help, accessed from the Help button on the main application toolbar includes the following developments Greatly simplified structure with new visual homepage with four main options: Quick Start, Data & Tools, Case Studies and Useful Reference. Greater connectivity between the software help and the Teaching Resources Website. The following content is now only available online, with direct links from CES Help: Getting Started guides, Video tutorials, White Papers, Case Studies, and the online books CES InDepth and CES Concepts. Granta Design of 15

7 Easier to find topics of interest. Reduces the size of the installation footprint simplifying distribution to students. Ensures access to the most up-to-date documentation and tutorials. Enhanced usability the following new features facilitate use of the software: CES EduPack now fully respects Microsoft Windows TM number formatting, and displays the appropriate regional decimal separator and date format for all users. The location of records in the browse tree is displayed at the top of all datasheets, with hyperlinks to overview (or generic) records that appear in the tree path, providing additional information relating to the open datasheet. Graphs on datasheets are displayed by default. New style of control for specifying discrete values in Limit stages (e.g. Unacceptable, Limited Use, Acceptable, and Excellent for durability properties) occupies less screen space and provides greater visibility of what constraints have been selected. New capability to select/deselect all values in a discrete list in Limit stages particularly useful for advanced databases where you may want to exclude just a few options from a long list. Dropdown list also extends to fill the available screen space and width extends to length of longest option, simplifying the specification of selection criteria for discrete values. New Multi-Value Discrete (MVD) data type enables multiple values to be stored for a single property. For example, multiple regions can be specified for Global Availability, meaning that this data can be presented in a single dropdown menu, rather than as a series of check boxes. As for single value discretes, selecting multiple options in a Limit stage applies OR logic. For AND logic, each option should be specified in a separate Limit stage. Time taken by software to open and apply Limit stages has been reduced particularly useful when filtering large data modules, such as IDES Plastics in the Polymer Edition. Simplify the use of the software and enhance your user experience. CES EduPack Introductory Data Modules Level 1 & 2 databases (English, French, Spanish, and German) Enhancements to Level 1 & 2 databases the following updates have been made to these introductory databases: New, highly visual homepages provide information on data and subsets available, and direct access to online video tutorials and the Teaching Resources Website. Images of example products updated, with multiple images being provided for many materials captions also include source and reproduction information to facilitate their use in teaching materials where this is allowed. Granta Design of 15

8 Format of images updated and moved to top of datasheet. More engaging user experience. Higher visibility of available data in particular the durability and environmental properties in Level 2 databases. CES EduPack Advanced Data Modules Elements database The Elements database provides the fundamental crystallographic, mechanical, thermal, and electrical properties of elements across the Periodic Table. The CES EduPack 2014 version includes a new interactive homepage that provides direct access to the detailed datasheets from the periodic table and, where applicable, provides the option to select from a list of available forms (isotrope, allotrope, phase, crystal structure). Provides direct link between the periodic table and the underlying data on individual elements. Supports the teaching of materials science courses, physics courses, or engineering courses that require more materials depth. Level 3 MaterialUniverse (applies to all Level 3 editions) New overview records, identified by a folder-datasheet icon, provide information on the key strengths, limitations, and uses for over 240 material classes accessed by double-clicking on the icon in the Browse tree or from the links in the record path displayed at the top of a datasheet: Covers the following material classes: ferrous, non-ferrous and precious metals, plastics, elastomers, glasses, ceramics, and natural materials. Stated strengths and limitations are relative to the materials peers (for example the overview record for PBT refers to differences with PET, PA, PC, etc.). Includes information on composition, processing, first commercial production, durability, and warnings on health hazards associated with the use of the material. Understand and explain why certain materials are used for particular applications. For example, the benefits of using PBT over PET. Provides an additional sanity check on the results of selection projects does the overview record for the identified material highlight any important limitations that have not been considered in the selection criteria? New processability attributes for metals and polymers ranks materials based on the ease by which a material can be manufactured by a specified process: Ranked on a four point scale: Excellent, Acceptable, Limited Use, and Unsuitable. Granta Design of 15

9 Covers 5 metal forming processes: casting, cold forming, hot forming, press forming, and deep drawing. Covers 3 polymer forming processes: injection molding, extrusion, and thermoforming. The design notes include a description of the ranking scale, and list key issues and considerations associated with the process. Allows materials to be filtered/screened based on processes that are commonly used for their manufacture. Provides information on the ease, or difficulty, of manufacturing a material by a particular process. Demonstrates the importance of considering manufacturing in the material selection process, and the influence it has on material choices. Updated Material prices new prices are available for all 3,900+ materials in MaterialUniverse. These have been generated using an enhanced version of Granta s price model. Use up-to-date prices, reflecting current differences between material types and classes. Apply in trade-off studies, e.g. cost vs mass, plastic vs metal. Coverage of bio-based polymers extended to include PTT (chemistry and properties similar to PET and PBT), filled, impact modified, flame retarded, and lubricated grades. 17 new grades: PLA: 4 unfilled, 2 glass fiber, 2 mineral, and 1 natural fiber filled grades. PTT: 2 unfilled, 3 glass fiber, and 2 glass fiber + PTFE filled grades. TPS: 1 plasticized grade (revised and updated). Provides extended coverage of bio-based polymers commonly used in structural and nonstructural applications. Supports the teaching of environmentally informed design. Updated datasheet layout includes the following: New General Information section that includes overview, designation, standards, tradenames, and typical uses (moved up from bottom of datasheet). General Properties section has been split into Price and Physical Properties. Fracture Toughness has been moved from Mechanical Properties to a new Impact and Fracture Properties section. Bio-data section that includes medical data has been moved down the datasheet, to after Optical Properties. Flammability and Durability to Fluids and Sunlight Properties merged into a single Durability section. Granta Design of 15

10 Processing Energy and CO2 attributes combined under a single header. Better correlation with typical manufacturer datasheet structure. Easier to find data of interest. Sustainable Development Edition (Level 3 Sustainability) New Sustainable Development Edition supports teaching on sustainability and circular economy, providing comparable socio-economic data for 250 nations across continents and specific information on materials (e.g. criticality status, producing country). Encorporates the data and functionality of the Eco Design and Energy editions with the following additional data and functionality: Extended version of the MaterialUniverse includes data on five Critical Materials Status Risks (Abundance Risk, Sourcing & Geopolitical Risk, Environmental Country Risk, Price Volatility Risk, and Conflict Material Risk), countries and volumes of production, and links to countries in the Nations of the World and Legislation and Regulations tables. Nations of the World data on 210 nations, including data and metrics on geography, people, education, human rights and good governance, economy and development, health, energy, carbon and environment, and military. Legislation and Regulations data on 49 legislations/regulations, including applicability to industrial sector and enacting countries. Enhanced version of the Eco Audit Tool. Investigate and demonstrate the importance of material criticality on the selection and availability of materials. Promote discussion around materials, the environment, regulation, resources, and humanity. Support the teaching of Eco Design and Green Engineering. Bio Engineering Edition (Level 2 and Level 3 Bio Engineering) Extended Bio Engineering Edition supports teaching on Bio and Medical Engineering, providing data on natural and man-made materials. Developments include the following: Updated Level 2 Bio Engineering database Extended version of the standard Level 2 database with an additional 121 datasheets covering the basic building blocks of nature, soft and mineralized tissue, wood and wood-like materials, natural fibers, and man-made bio materials. New features include: Granta Design of 15

11 New, highly visual homepages provide information on data and subsets available, and direct access to online video tutorials and the Teaching Resources Website. Browse tree updated to reflect the standard Level 2 tree. Six new bio-based subsets (Biological Materials, Biomaterials, Bio-derived Materials, Bioderived Polymers, Biomedical Materials and Bioceramics). Sixteen new bio materials - Acrylic (medical grade). - Agro fiber/cement matrix composites. - Agro fiberboard. - Bamboo fibre reinforced polymer (BFRP). - Biofiber/biopolymer matrix composites. - Cobalt-chromium alloys (bio). - Nickel-chromium alloys (bio). - Nickel-Titanium alloys (Nitinols), austenitic. - Nickel-Titanium alloys (Nitinols), martensitic. - PLA matrix/kenaf fiber composites. - Polytrimethylene terephthalate (PTT). - Rice fiber reinforced polymer. - Silicone (medical grade). - Silver amalgam (bio). - Stainless steel (bio). - Titanium (bio). Provides consistent data structure with the standard Level 2 dataset. Supports introductory courses on bio and medical engineering. New Level 3 Bio Engineering database Extended version of the standard Level 3 database, with an additional 54 datasheets covering the basic building blocks of nature, soft and mineralized tissue, and man-made, bio-based composite materials. Includes the following updates: Highly visual homepages provide information on data and subsets available, and direct access to online video tutorials and the Teaching Resouces Website. Includes the following properties that are of particular relevance to the design of medical devices and applications: - Medical grades? (USP Class VI, ISO 10993). - Medical tradenames. - Medical applications. - Sterilizability (ethylene oxide). - Sterilizability (radiation). - Sterilizability (steam autoclave). Granta Design of 15

12 Provides a comprehensive database for advanced teaching and projects in the field of bioengineering. Facilitates materials selection for medical devices. Polymer Edition (Level 3 Polymer) Latest version of the IDES Plastics data a global library of plastic and elastomer datasheets from UL IDES. Includes over 88,000 datasheets from 850 manufacturers and specialty compounders. The latest version incorporates a new and improved data structure, including: New data on Features, Uses and Wire Types enables materials to be screened based on the applications and key features highlighted by the manufacturer. New data type for Agency Rating, Additives, Forms, Appearance, Processing Method, and Regional Availability, with greatly extended options for each attribute. Updated from multiple logical to a single MVD (multi value discrete) attribute provides greater filtering capability, particularly on less-commonly used options, and enables screening using OR logic (for AND logic, each option should be specified in a separate selection stage). New data on Recycled Content, Recyclable, and RoSH Compliant simplifies the identification of polymers with green credentials. Access the full dataset from IDES Plastics. Search for polymers based on key features, uses, etc. Simplified screening of grades based on non-numeric properties. For example, agency rating, environmental performance, additive type, etc. Supports teaching and project work for advanced courses on polymer engineering. Latest version of the CAMPUS Plastics dataset, covering over 4,500 engineering polymers, linked to applicable grades in the MaterialUniverse: Revised and extended data structure includes new attributes for Features, Special Characteristics, Application, Ecological Evaluation, and more. New drop-down lists provide greater visibility of available options and simplify specification of selection criteria. Search for polymers based on application, special characteristics, property profile, etc. Simplify the identification of specific commercial grades and suppliers for polymers. Supports teaching and project work for advanced courses on polymer engineering. Granta Design of 15

13 Advanced Level 3 databases Aerospace Edition Latest version of MMPDS-07 The Metallic Materials Properties Development and Standardization (MMPDS) handbook (formerly known as MIL-HDBK-5) is the preeminent U.S. source for aerospace component design allowables relating to alloys and fasteners. MMPDS contains over 2,250 records of statistically derived design data for aerospace alloys in various forms, thicknesses, and heat treatments. The latest version includes the following updates: The following new materials have been added: - Aluminum alloys: 2195-T82, 2624-T39, 7037-T7452, 7255-T Beryllium HIP preforms (design-allowable data and stress/strain curves). New data has been added for existing materials: : strength vs. temperature data : design-allowable data and stress/strain curves for T86 plate : design-allowable data revised to give A and B basis values instead of S basis : design-allowable data and stress/strain curves for T451 plate. Revised version of the fasteners dataset covers 450 sheet metal-fastener combinations (434 aluminum, 3 heat resisting alloys, 10 magnesium, 20 steel, and 4 titanium alloy) and provides information on: - Joint configuration (fastener, sheet, and joint details). - Fastener and joint strengths. - How joint strength varies with sheet thickness and fastener diameter. Access to the latest source of design allowables for the global aerospace sector. Supports teaching and project work for advanced courses on aerospace engineering. Granta Design of 15

14 Teaching Resources New Teaching Resources Website with more than 250 resources. New features include: Set your own memorable password. Log in once to download resources. Mark favorite resources. Filter resources by CES EduPack edition. Join online discussions. The teaching resources website can be accessed directly from the new interactive homepages and at To download resources you will need to input your user address and password (supplied to authorized users when you initially get the software, or you can request one by joining online.) when requested. If you need a reminder of your password, you can click on forgotten password. If your access to the site has lapsed, please contact info@grantadesign.com. Get updated teaching resources compatible with the latest features in CES EduPack helps you to make the most of CES EduPack and saves time in updating existing courses and setting up new exercises. It gives me ideas and saves me time, according to an academic that filled in our survey. Granta Design of 15

15 4 Feedback The Education Team at Granta Design would welcome your feedback on any improvements you would like to see in CES EduPack, its data, or documentation. Please send your ideas by using the Feature Request button on the main CES EduPack menu. Alternatively, Granta Design of 15