- This tutorial uses the model created in the Vice Grips CAD Model tutorial. If that tutorial was not completed, use Meshed Vice Grips.ach in your tutorial models folder.
- The vice grip parts and the joint are made of Steel (ASTM-A36).
- The truss elements for the joint have a cross-sectional area of 1 in
2
.
- Apply fixed boundary conditions to the flat surfaces of the grips.
- Apply a downward 20 lbf force at the end of the upper handle of the vice grips.
- Apply an upward 20 lbf force at the end of the lower handle of the vice grips.
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