Define the Dynamics Setup

For modal frequency response solutions, the dynamics setup options are a little different. In this particular analysis, you are going to only be interested in the first flexural mode of the structure do to the frequency dependent loading.

1. In the tree view, right-click on Dynamics Setup 1 and select Edit.

   

2. Click the Cluster between Modes checkbox and select Linear under Increment.
3. For Lowest Frequency enter 100.0 and for Highest Frequency enter 350.0.
4. Enter 10 in the Number of Points between Modes.
5. The Bias Factor should be set to a default value of 1.

   

6. Click OK to accept the changes.