Embedded elements
Embedded elements
(OP)
I would like to use the embedded element technique (user's manual 6.11 section 33.4.1) to embed rebar reinforced surface elements into 3D solid elements. My question is, how do I generate the surface elements from my 3D solid model? I want these surface elements to conform to the shape of the solid model. I have tried defining a surface from the solid model, but then when I attempt to embed this surface (as a constraint) I cannot select the surface as the embedded region (CAE seems to be asking for 3D elements, not a surface).
I'd be grateful if anyone can offer advice.
I'd be grateful if anyone can offer advice.





RE: Embedded elements
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RE: Embedded elements
RE: Embedded elements
Are you new to this forum? If so, please read these FAQ:
http://www.eng-tips.com/faqs.cfm?fid=376
http://www.eng-tips.com/faqs.cfm?fid=1083
RE: Embedded elements
So now I have a new question- how can I visualize the individual bars after the job is run? I can get elemental force by the field output RBFOR, but I cannot see the individual rebars. If anyone can help, I'd appreciate it.
Thanks for the responses to my initial question.
RE: Embedded elements
Are you new to this forum? If so, please read these FAQ:
http://www.eng-tips.com/faqs.cfm?fid=376
http://www.eng-tips.com/faqs.cfm?fid=1083