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3 Point Bending - Low Flexural force through reference point

3 Point Bending - Low Flexural force through reference point

3 Point Bending - Low Flexural force through reference point

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I am modelling a simple transversely isoptropic rod under 3 point bend load. I have assigned the material orientation correctly and my assembly also looks fine. I am am trying to retrieve the Flexural load versus displacement plot through a reference point that I have coupled with loading pin (equation-interaction). I am however getting extremely low values of force when I compare with my experimental curves in y direction (direction of load). Can anybody help me figure what is wrong with my model ? I have assigned the material orientation using (GLOBAL AXIS). I have also tried switching the slave-master surface. I have also used analytically rigid surface but I have obtained same result. Can anyone please help ?

RE: 3 Point Bending - Low Flexural force through reference point

Don't be offended by this question but it's burned me more times than I'd like to admit. Did you check your units to make sure they are consistent?

Han primo incensus

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