Use a Text Editor to Convert Pre-Existing Abaqus Input Files for Use with Simulation Composite Analysis

Define a Simulation Composite Analysis Composite Material
Use three keyword statements to define the user-defined composite material.

Define a Simulation Composite Analysis Cohesive Material
Use three keyword statements to define the user-defined cohesive material.

Modify Section Definitions
Incorporate new materials into the section definitions.

Impose Temperature Changes
Key discussion points for analyses with temperature changes.

Nonlinear Solution Control Parameters
Modify the control parameters to work best with Simulation Composite Analysis.

Request Output of the MCT State Variables
Use a text editor to request output for the MCT state variables.

Model Damage Tolerance in Composite Materials
Perform an analysis on a structure that has already encountered some damage.