Abstract
Von Mises Stress in a finite element analysis method is widely used by designers because it helps them to check whether their design will withstand a given load condition, in other words, if the maximum value of the Von Mises Stress induced in the material is more than the strength of the material or not. In this paper it will be presented the Von Mises Stress analysis of an armchair seat redesigned from an wooden based model, into a polyurethane more compact structure. In order to perform the testing required, a 3D design was made after the wooden model. This model was made so it will be easier to build, more compact, and with a lower weight and maybe having a more resistant structure compared to the wooden design.
Keywords: Finite element analysis (FEA); polyurethane; Von Misses Stress; Armchair