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Accessing the surface of an imported part using python script

Accessing the surface of an imported part using python script

Accessing the surface of an imported part using python script

(OP)
Hello everybody,

I am a relatively new user to abaqus ( version 6.10.1 is the one I'm currently using )

I am trying to automate a general procedure for a variety of parts using python. The procedure is

1. I import a 3D STEP file ( .step) as a part.
2. I apply an encastre BC at the bottom surface and a point load at the center of mass of the part ( using a reference point).
3. I couple it with the neighboring nodes to create the assembly.
4. Process to get results.

Its a relatively simple procedure that I'm trying to reproduce for a number of different parts and shapes. I am having difficulty when it comes to accessing the bottom surface of each part in python( because I click on the surface in GUI and it only records a findAT or a getSequencefromMask in the python code )

Is there a way I can detect a surface, specifically the bottom surface, using python codes alone to apply the encastre condition to?

I realize that this may be a relatively simple procedure and I'm searching through documentation to figure it out, but it would be great if I have some help.

Thanks in advance for your help!

Shyam

RE: Accessing the surface of an imported part using python script

(OP)
I managed to figure it out on my own by accessing the Center of Mass data and moving the Z axis.

Appreciate the help though!Thanks IceBreakerSours!

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