User's Guide for Abaqus

Learn to perform enhanced finite element analyses of composite structures with the use of Helius PFA for Abaqus/Standard and Abaqus/Explicit.

Topics in this section

Introduction
General Requirements for Abaqus Input Files
Identify the keyword statements required to be present in an Abaqus input file for use with Helius PFA.
Use Abaqus/CAE to Create Abaqus Input Files for use with Helius PFA
Create an input file that is compatible with Helius PFA.
Use a Text Editor to Convert Pre-Existing Abaqus Input Files for Use with Helius PFA
Modify an existing Abaqus input file to achieve complete compatibility with Helius PFA.
The HIN File
Control additional parameters to tailor your analyses.
Use xStiff to Insert Extraneous Stiffness Parameters
Add extraneous stiffness parameters to your Helius PFA user-defined materials.
Examine Helius PFA Results with Abaqus/Viewer
Use Abaqus/Viewer to examine finite element results.
Progressive Fatigue Analyses
Predict the cycles to failure of a composite material under a prescribed load history.
Special Considerations for Abaqus/Explicit Analyses
View additional details pertaining to analyses using Abaqus/Explicit.
Appendix A - User Material Constants for Composite Materials
View details of each user-material constant for composite materials.
Appendix B - User Material Constants for Cohesive Materials
View details of each user-material constant for cohesive materials.
Appendix C - MCT State Variables for Composite Materials
View specifics of the MCT state variables for composite materials.
Appendix D - MCT State Variables for Cohesive Materials
View specifics of the MCT state variables for cohesive materials.
Appendix E - Troubleshooting
View common troubleshooting steps.

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