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In this case four forces and one moment are defined. The first two are applied on the retained volume and the last three on the Non-Design Space that is connected to the sensor. Ensure to display the Design Space Solid to be able to apply Boundary Conditions.
Name | Force/Moment/Pressure/Gravity | Direction | Value in N; Nmm |
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Force - Moment 1 | Force on Retained Volume | Fy; Fz | -1000; 1000 |
Force - Moment 2 | Force on Retained Volume | Fx; Fy; Fz | 600; -800; -200 |
Force - Moment 3 | Force on Non-Design Space | Fy | -500 |
Force - Moment 4 | Force on Non-Design Space | Fx; Fy; Fz | 150; -200; -100 |
Force - Moment 5 | Moment on Non-Design Space | Mz | -2000 |
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Three constraints are created and attached on the Non-Design Spaces on the lower side:
Name | Direction |
|---|---|
Constraint 1 | x, y, z (=0) |
Constraint 2 | x, y, z (=0) |
Constraint 3 | x, y, z (=0) |
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Step 4: Definition of load cases
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Manufacturing Method: Generic AM
Failure Criteria: Von Mises
Select the Strut Density: Medium
Select the Shape Quality: Balanced FineTune
Set the Complexity Setting: 2425
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Don’t forget to save the project!
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You can always change the Strut Density, Safety Factor and Complexityto influence the results and try out different options
The Complexitycan be increased for a higher resolution and more detailed result (increased calculation time!)
The Strut Densityinfluences the structures which are formed during optimisation
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