NovaComp Engineering, Inc.

Accurate and cost-efficient engineering analysis for complex linear and nonlinear problems

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About the firm

NovaComp Engineering, Inc. is an engineering consulting practice established in 1990 and based in Bothell, Washington. It provides specialized finite element analysis (FEA) and multi-physics simulation services to industries nationwide. The practice specializes in stress analysis, heat transfer, structural dynamics, and computational fluid dynamics, combining advanced computing capabilities with data acquisition and material testing partnerships to solve complex linear and nonlinear engineering challenges.

Established
1990
Team
Micro
Firm type
Combustion Engineering · Forensic Engineering · Materials Testing · Simulation Engineering · Software Engineering · Structural Engineering · Thermal & Heat Transfer · Mechanical Engineering

People

Nils JuhlinPresident and Principal Engineer

Mark LoboSenior Thermal/Fluids Analyst

Randy KentSupporting Engineer

Tim O'NeillData Acquisition Specialist

Eric EasterbrookSupporting Engineer

Capabilities

Structural Analysis

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Comprehensive structural simulations evaluate the strength, stability, and integrity of mechanical systems under complex loading conditions.

  • Theoretical and Thermal Stress Analysis

    Computes mechanical and thermal stresses to assess joint behavior and thermal shock in brittle materials.

  • Fatigue and Fracture Mechanics

    Evaluates component life, crack development, and structural failure limits under cyclic load conditions.

  • Vibration and Dynamic Analysis

    Analyzes structural dynamics including buckling, natural frequencies, and vibration responses under forced loads.

  • Impact and Crash Analysis

    Simulates high-velocity crashes, impact dynamics, and rapid transient loading events.

  • Advanced Materials Analysis

    Models structural performance of specialized materials including composites, elastomers, plastics, and ceramic matrix composites.

  • Metal Forming and Joint Analysis

    Investigates material deformation in manufacturing processes and evaluates ceramic-to-metal bonding.

Thermal and Fluids Analysis

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Multi-physics simulations optimize thermal performance and evaluate temperature distribution across diverse industrial systems.

  • Heat Transfer Analysis

    Models conduction, convection, radiation, and transient thermal behavior across mechanical systems.

  • Thermodynamics and Combustion

    Analyzes combustion processes, thermodynamic behavior, and localized thermal profiles.

  • Computational Fluid Dynamics

    Simulates complex fluid flows, pressure drop profiles, and interactive fluid-thermal states.

Data Acquisition and Physical Testing

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Physical measurement and testing services capture real-world operational data and validate material behavior.

  • On-Site Measurements

    Deploys field equipment to capture real-world measurements of strain, deflection, pressure, flow, and temperature.

  • Material Testing Services

    Utilizes partner laboratory facilities at the University of Washington to perform tension, compression, fatigue, and creep testing.

FEA Training and Software Support

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Specialized consulting and training help clients establish robust in-house simulation workflows.

  • MARC FEA Software Installation

    Installs and configures the MARC finite element analysis software for client workspaces.

  • FEA Technical Training

    Provides customized on-site training and hosts annual finite element analysis classes across the Pacific Northwest.

Failure and Material Analysis

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Forensic investigations and physical evaluations diagnose component failures to support product troubleshooting and design improvements.

  • Statistical Failure Analysis

    Applies quantitative methods to analyze physical failures and optimize design reliability.

  • Material Analysis and Troubleshooting

    Diagnoses material anomalies to assist in manufacturing process optimization and troubleshooting.

Industries

Aerospace · Defense · Manufacturing · Power Generation · Marine

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