Tutorial 3 - Linear Elastic Functionality

Tutorial 3 demonstrates the use of the linear elastic functionality in Simulation Composite Analysis. Follow the instructions to create and analyze a simple composite plate with Abaqus/CAE.

Topics in this section

Introduction
Create the Part
Defining the part geometry is generally the first step in the development of a finite element model.
Create a User Material with Simulation Composite Analysis
The Create Composite Material plug-in is the central interface between you and Simulation Composite Analysis.
Define a Composite Layup
After the part and the material have been created, a composite layup section can be created.
Define an Assembly
To apply boundary conditions, loads, etc., and instance of the part must be added to the assembly.
Create an Analysis Step
Define a step that allows boundary conditions and output requests to be added to the model.
Define Field Output Requests
In order to use Abaqus Viewer to examine the fiber and matrix failure states generated by Simulation Composite Analysis, you must request that state variables (SDV) be printed in the Abaqus output (.odb) file.
Apply Boundary Conditions
Create a boundary condition that fixes the bottom surface of the plate.
Define the Load
Create a second boundary condition to impose a vertical displacement along the top surface of the plate.
Mesh the Part
Mesh the part geometry and control the element types.
Extraneous Stiffness Parameters
Add extraneous stiffness parameters to the input file.
View and Interpret Results
Examine the results of the analysis.
Summary
Simulation Composite Analysis was used to generate matrix and fiber failure indices for each integration point in a composite plate.

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