Reply To: In FEM, can each instance of a Transient Analysis be thought of as a Static Analysis of its own?

[Erik Kostson]

Static and Dynamic transient FEA analysis are different from physics/maths and FEA point of view.

A static analysis solves the [K]*{x} = {F} (so no dynamic inertia and damping is included), while the other one solves [M]*{x''}+[C]*{x'}+K]*{x} = {F} so the full equation of motion accounting for inertial and damping effects.
What I would recommend you do:
There are many discussion out there that discuss this, so search:
Finally, see our courses offered in transient dynamics and static analysis for a through theoretical description - also NAFEMS do offer courses on these subjects where you can ask instructors - finally ALH has both courses on linear dynamics and statics.

That are some links, perhaps others can provide some more useful links and material for you.

Hope this helps and

All the best of luck

Erik