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Advanced Simulation
Two Ways to Get Geometry From an Orphan Mesh in Abaqus
Abaqus offers tools to create geometry based on a mesh. Here I discuss two options: using the mesh-to-geometry plug-in and using the built-in tools.
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Advanced Simulation
Why It's Good to Understand What Your FE-Solver Is Doing
In this blog Christine Obbink-Huizer explores a customer support question problem discussing why it is good to understand what your FE solver is doing (and how you can become more knowledgeable as well!).
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Advanced Simulation
Free Fortran Compiler on Windows for Abaqus Material Modeling
In this blog we'll show how to install a freely available fortran compiler and link it to Abaqus to do material modelling with user subroutines.
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Advanced Simulation
Axisymmetric Analysis: Abstraction Shapes and FEM Reps
In Abaqus there is a direct relationship between geometry and the final meshed shape: if we want to defeature or do an axisymmetric analysis, the geometry needs to be modified. On the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, this is not the case. The geometry can remain unchanged. Discover more in the latest blog from Christine Obbink-Huizer.
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Advanced Simulation
Implicit Vs Explicit Finite Element Analysis: When to Use Which
Which finite element solver to use: implicit or explicit? Solver type influences the set of equations, availability of features, run time and even if a solution is found.
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Advanced Simulation
Stent Analysis in Abaqus
Finite element analysis of stents is challenging. It typically involves small structures, large deformations, complex contact conditions and intricate material definitions. What can Abaqus offer for this type of analysis? In this blog we will find out.
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Advanced Simulation
Deep drawing: iterative design with Abaqus
In this blog we'll simulate deep drawing, a sheet metal forming process performed with SIMULIA Abaqus software. Several design iterations are analysed.
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Advanced Simulation
Getting Started with a Tank Droptest
In this blog we’ll do an FSI droptest – on the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform. Doing it on the platform will give an idea of its user interface and capabilities.
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Advanced Simulation
Top Load Analysis Revisited: The Importance of Material Data
In this blog we'll take a look at the impact of using limited material data on the limit load in a top load analysis performed with Abaqus. Read more.
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Advanced Simulation
Simulating Railway Track Hot Rolling in Abaqus
This blog describes how we have simulated the hot rolling process, using Abaqus FEA Software. Click on the link to read more
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Advanced Simulation
Simulating a Rubber Fibre Reinforced Air Spring Using Abaqus
In this blog, we’ll take a look at a rubber fibre-reinforced air spring modelled with Abaqus /Standard which is used for vibration damping and suspension.
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Advanced Simulation
Solving Unexpected Results in Abaqus
This blog takes you along with a non converging Abaqus problem we have encountered, and let you think about it how to solve this. Read more here.
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Advanced Simulation
Defeaturing Step Geometry for Simulation in 90 Seconds
In this blog, we will show some of the defeaturing options of the Simulation Model Preparation App on the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform. Read more here.
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Advanced Simulation
Simulating the Thermoforming Process in Abaqus
In this blog we simulate the thermoforming process and calculate deformation and thickness of the product, coupling temperature and displacement effects.
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Advanced Simulation
Simulating Spring Back After Metal Forming in Abaqus
In this blog we'll give an example of the sheetmetal forming - spring-back effect, showing that we can model it with Abaqus using loading/unloading steps.
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Advanced Simulation
Hyperelastic Material Models in Abaqus. When to Choose What?
This blog gives guidance in when to choose what hyperelastic material model for the given necessary behaviour needed to simulate in Abaqus. Read more.
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Advanced Simulation
Metal Roll Forming Process Analysis in Abaqus
In this weeks blog w'll simulate the roll forming process of a profile, to predict forming accuracy for a road guardrail with the use of SIMULIA Abaqus.
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Advanced Simulation
Change Settings on Abaqus CAE Startup Using the Environment File
In this blog we discuss using the environment file to automatically do things and change settings to a pre-configured state when you startup Abaqus.
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Advanced Simulation
Need Help Solving Simulation Challenges?
Simuleon offers consultancy services: For instance, method development, automation, something new in Abaqus but don’t have the time to learn yourself.
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Use Abaqus to Simulate Additive Manufacturing: Printing a Hip Implant
In this blog we will discuss additive manufacturing simulation done with SIMULIA Abaqus including moving heatsource & adding materials using the AM plugin.
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Optimization of Hip Implant Done With Simulia Abaqus & Simulia Tosca
In this blog, we will explain how we optimized the geometry of a hip implant design with the use of SIMULIA Abaqus and SIMULIA Tosca. Read more here.
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Advanced Simulation
Getting Started with Abaqus Python Scripting
In this blog we will give you seven tips that may help when you are creating your first Abaqus python scripts, and be more efficient with it. Read more.
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Advanced Simulation
Use Mesh-independent Fasteners to Simulate Connection Points in Abaqus
In this blog, we discuss the option of mesh-independent fasteners to couple layers of material, simulating the effect of spot welds for example.
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Advanced Simulation
How to Restart an Abaqus Analysis
In this blog we discuss the Abaqus Restart option with the example of a pipe section connected by bolts, and the bolt loading is used as preloading step.
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Advanced Simulation
Options to Adapt the Mesh in Abaqus
There are many options to adapt the mesh in Abaqus: ALE adaptive meshing, adaptive remeshing & mesh-to-mesh solution mapping. This blog gives the overview.
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Advanced Simulation
Abaqus Hardware and Licensing Options
This blog is about Abaqus hardware and licensing, standalone and via the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform.
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Advanced Simulation
Multiscale Modelling Concrete-steel Composite Using Abaqus RVE Plugin
We will discuss a steel fibre - concrete composite, where the plugin will be used to
Create RVE model and calculate homogenized material properties.
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Advanced Simulation
Creating an Axisymmetric Model From 3D Geometry in Abaqus
In many cases, we need to get an axisymmetric cross-section out of a 3D model. In this blog we will show a way to do this with Abaqus.
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Advanced Simulation
Submitting Abaqus Commands Through the Command Window
In this blog we will discuss a few additional commands and options, including different Abaqus versions and the findkeyword and fetch utilities, and look in a bit more detail to the abaqus commands. Read more here
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Advanced Simulation
Optimizing Beam Radii in a Truss Using Tosca Sizing
In this blog, we’ll look at a rather new flavor of Tosca: Tosca sizing for circular beams.
As an example, a truss construction will be used, inspired by the ones above the highway used to fix digital signs. Read more by clicking on this link.
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Advanced Simulation
Units in Abaqus
In this blog, I want to discuss units in Abaqus. On one hand, I can be short on it: we can choose what we like, as long as it is consistent. On the other hand, the Unit system in Abaqus is a common source of mistakes. Therefore I want to go into a bit more detail. Read more here.
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Advanced Simulation
Approximating Sinterklaas Staff Using Isight
In this blog, we will show how to make an approximation in SIMULIA Isight and discuss what results data is available. Read more about Isight right here!
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Advanced Simulation
Automate Post-processing in Abaqus Using Python Scripting
In this blog, I will show how you can create a script with Python Stripting to automate the creation of images using Abaqus FEA Software. Happy Reading!
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Advanced Simulation
4 Questions to Ask When Doing Finite Element Analysis
This blog provides you with 4 questions you should ask yourself when doing FEA, or solving problems in general. Happy reading!
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Advanced Simulation
7 Tips to Help Abaqus Run Faster
In this blog we will discuss some ideas and experience we have had related to simulation speed, and give 7 tips and suggestions to let your Abaqus FEA run faster. Read more now!
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Advanced Simulation
Simulating Welding Using the Abaqus Welding Interface
This blog is about the process to simulate welds using the Abaqus Welding Interface (AWI).
We cover sequential thermal-structural analysis & model change.
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Advanced Simulation
Welding Simulation Using Abaqus
In this blog we will give a simple welding example, showing how results from a thermal analysis can be applied to a structural analysis (sequentially coupled thermal-stress analysis) and how elements can be activated/deactivated using the model change option. Happy reading.
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Advanced Simulation
Thermal Analysis of Steel vs Silicone for Baking
While Abaqus is used most for mechanical analysis, there are other options as well. Thermal analysis is one of the possibilities. In this blog, I will show how to set up such a thermal analysis using Abaqus. Read more.
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Advanced Simulation
Non-parametric Optimization of a Clap Skate Using Tosca Topology
This Blog describes the steps to optimize a Clap Skate frame of an Ice Skate with use of Topology Optimization. Read more.
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Advanced Simulation
Use Skins and Stringers for Shell or Beam Reinforcements in Abaqus
In this blog, we'll show how to define skins and stringers to apply reinforcement on a foam-ball impact model and assign properties with SIMULIA Abaqus FEA.
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Advanced Simulation
Using Sub-modeling in Abaqus to Focus on Region of Larger Model
With submodeling in Abaqus you can use a global model to determine suitable loads and boundary conditions for a submodel and prescribe them. Read more.
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Advanced Simulation
Modelling loads of steady current and waves with Abaqus Aqua
Read our new blog about modelling loads of steady current and waves with Abaqus Aqua, and find out how to do this yourself. Click here to start learning.
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Advanced Simulation
Solving Abaqus FLEXnet License server issues
In this blog we discuss 8 tips for solving issues with the SIMULIA Abaqus FLEXnet license server. Read our blog and find the solution for Abaqus FLEXnet issues.
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Advanced Simulation
How Abaqus Treats Initial Overclosures of Contacting Surfaces
In this blog, we will explain and show the different methods Abaqus can use for initial overlap of contacting surfaces, with an axisymmetric O-ring as example.
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Advanced Simulation
Schedule Task to Automatically Run All .inp Files in a Selected Folder
With limited resources, it can make sense to create .inp files using Abaqus/CAE during the day, and then run the jobs during the night. Read here how to do this
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Advanced Simulation
Modelling a Crack Using Abaqus
In many cases it is important to know whether a crack will propagate. Simulating this requires special techniques, especially for sharp cracks. Read how to do this
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Advanced Simulation
How to Use Abaqus CEL to Model Air Pressure
In this blog, we will show how to model air using Abaqus CEL, using a chamber in which air is compressed with a plug resting on it as an example. Read more.
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Advanced Simulation
Material Calibration Using Abaqus (and Isight)
This blog describes the possibilities material calibration, with integrated tools of Abaqus, manual loops and automated loops with Isight. Read more here.
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Advanced Simulation
Geostatic Analysis Using Abaqus FEA: Generate Geometry and Parts From Mesh
This blog is about working with externally meshed geometry for geostatic analysis. The Mesh files are imported and recreated to refine the mesh in Abaqus FEA.
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Advanced Simulation
From Blow Molding Process to Structural Performance Using Abaqus FEA
In this blog we use Abaqus to simulate the Blow Molding process and use the outcome as a basis for a Top Load Analysis. Read more now
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Advanced Simulation
Using Abaqus DEM to Model Sand in a Drop Test?
This Blog describes the usage of Abaqus DEM (Discrete Element Model) for the purpose of drop test for a plastic container filled with sand or pallets.
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Advanced Simulation
Modelling Rubber Materials With Abaqus
Read this blog about modelling rubber with Abaqus FEA, and discover how we model viscoelasticity, creep, pressure penetration and stress relaxation.
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Advanced Simulation
6 Tips Solving Non Convergence With Abaqus FEA
This blog article describes 6 tips to solve your convergence issue in Abaqus FEA. Read our blog now and discover possible areas to check and improve.
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Advanced Simulation
How to Model Coating in Abaqus
How to model coating in SIMULIA Abaqus. Click on the link to find out more.
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