Here are two models that you can use to explore Autodesk® Simulation Mechanical 360. Both are set up, so all you need to do is run them and view the results. Each simulates a different engineering problem, so please pick the one that is most interesting to you.
Linear Static Stress: Hydraulic Cylinder Pin Joint
Non-linear Mechanical Event Simulation: Snap-Fit Clip Assembly
Throughout the models, the following notation is used for the commands in each step:
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Cloud Notification Setup
Before analyzing any model, you can configure Simulation Mechanical 360 to alert you by email when the simulation has finished. To do this, follow this procedure:
- Click
Tools Options Application Options - Access the Analysis tab of the Options dialog box.
- Type your email address into the Cloud notification email address field.
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Click OK to accept the changes and close the Options dialog box.
Autodesk® Simulation Mechanical 360 Resources
Product Help
For a comprehensive description of how to use Simulation Mechanical and Simulation Multiphysics, Fatigue Wizard, tutorials, example models, and more, please see the Autodesk® Simulation Mechanical Help. Be sure to check out Quick Start to quickly learn the basics of Simulation Mechanical 360.
Knowledge Network
The Autodesk® Knowledge Network contains Support, Learning, and Community information about Simulation Mechanical. You can view articles written by Autodesk® Technical Support teams, post a question, or simply reach out to other Simulation Mechanical users.