Cosmos Freq. Analysis/ Gap for compression but screws are also used.
Cosmos Freq. Analysis/ Gap for compression but screws are also used.
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Hey Folks,
I have a question of how to simulate a bolt/screw when performing a frequency analysis in SolidWorks Simulation. The problem is that I have compression on a can but there are 4 screws that also come into play but have a gap between the plate they hold down and the threaded plate the screws attach to. I have tried several of the connectors but have run into various problems. Does anyone know how to take into consideration a fastener using the available contact conditions in a frequency analysis where there is a gap? Thanks. I attached a pic of a section to see what I'm talking about.
I have a question of how to simulate a bolt/screw when performing a frequency analysis in SolidWorks Simulation. The problem is that I have compression on a can but there are 4 screws that also come into play but have a gap between the plate they hold down and the threaded plate the screws attach to. I have tried several of the connectors but have run into various problems. Does anyone know how to take into consideration a fastener using the available contact conditions in a frequency analysis where there is a gap? Thanks. I attached a pic of a section to see what I'm talking about.






RE: Cosmos Freq. Analysis/ Gap for compression but screws are also used.
How can I see your attached picture?
RE: Cosmos Freq. Analysis/ Gap for compression but screws are also used.
RE: Cosmos Freq. Analysis/ Gap for compression but screws are also used.
Just a few questions:
1) Are you using bolt connectors or did you actually model a screw?
2) What problems did you run into? Did you get any error messages?
take care,
RE: Cosmos Freq. Analysis/ Gap for compression but screws are also used.
I'm surprised a non linear solver lets you run a frequency analysis to be honest.
Cheers
Greg Locock
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