FEMAP plate offsets
FEMAP plate offsets
(OP)
I run FEMAP 9.3 & MSc Nastran 2005. I have a model that runs and gives result output, but when I offset any plates in the FEM, then rerun, it gives enormous stresses on the offset plates. The offset is very small. I have checked the nodal stresses in the F06 and they are E10 psi. Has anyone any idea why its doing this? The constant offsets have been applied using Modify/update elements/adjust plate thickness/offset. Thank you.





RE: FEMAP plate offsets
Otherwise check the plate bending forces. Basically find out what deformation is resulting in these high predictions.
RE: FEMAP plate offsets
i'd also suggest posting the the UGS: Femap forum (under Engineering Computer Programs).