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Free Surface in SolidWorks Flow Simulation: A Dam-Break Flow Problem
In this post, we are going to use the free surface option to solve for a dam-break problem. The body of water is initially contained in a region on the left side. Then the water is released suddenly and starts to flow into the empty regions of the tank. Water is free to spill from … Continue reading Free Surface in SolidWorks Flow Simulation: A Dam-Break Flow Problem
Rotating Reference Frames in SolidWorks Flow Simulation: A Ceiling Fan Example
A rotating reference frame is usually used when modelling the flow through a table fan, a blower fan, an impeller, or a ceiling fan as shown in Figure 1. SolidWorks Flow Simulation allows for the use of rotating reference frames within the computational domain. These rotating reference frames can be defined either globally or locally. … Continue reading Rotating Reference Frames in SolidWorks Flow Simulation: A Ceiling Fan Example
SolidWorks Simulation: How Do We Understand Response Spectrum Analysis?
Any loading can be understood as transient, but it can also be understood as a spectrum of waves. Treating dynamic problem inputs and outputs as a combination of waves (or wave spectrum) simplifies the problem by removing the concept of time. However, the solution is approximate and with certain limitations. You can use a response … Continue reading SolidWorks Simulation: How Do We Understand Response Spectrum Analysis?
SolidWorks Simulation: How Do We Understand Harmonic Response Analysis?
What is harmonic response analysis? Let's start this post by a simple example: A single degree of freedom oscillator loaded with a time varying force F. The solution to this problem is known in closed form. If the force F oscillates, the resulting displacement will oscillate in the same oscillatory fashion. The phase angle Φ, … Continue reading SolidWorks Simulation: How Do We Understand Harmonic Response Analysis?
4 Tips for Harmonic Response Analysis Using SolidWorks Simulation
It has been a while since the last post. Today I would like to share 4 tips you should keep in mind when doing harmonic analysis using SolidWorks Simulation. Tip 1. 80% cumulative mass participation criteria To help determine the minimum number of modes to be used, make sure there is at least 80% mass … Continue reading 4 Tips for Harmonic Response Analysis Using SolidWorks Simulation
Note: What is the difference between Nodal Stress and Element Stress?
Came across this neat explanation of the difference between nodal stress and element stress. I feel it is necessary to share this note because I have been asked several times about this question. This is definitely one of the fundamental concepts that a structural analyst should understand and be able to explain. Enjoy reading! It … Continue reading Note: What is the difference between Nodal Stress and Element Stress?
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