- This tutorial uses the model created in the 2-D Weldment Model tutorial. If this tutorial was not completed, use 2-D Weldment.ach archive file in your tutorial models folder.
- The weldment is 12" thick. Use 2-D plane stress elements.
- All parts are made of Steel (AISI 4130).
- The model is fully constrained at both holes on the vertical part.
- A downward force totalling 2,500 lbf is applied to the nodes along the edge of the hole in the horizontal part.
- Surface contact is defined between the horizontal and vertical parts. Only the welds can transmit tensile and shear loads between the adjacent parts.
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