Gap and contact elements
Gap and contact elements
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Can anyone give me a definite difference between gap and contact elements (for example, by providing applications for both).
Many thanks.
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RE: Gap and contact elements
RE: Gap and contact elements
Gap elements are for node to node contact and do not allow for changing contact to other nodes.
Contact elements are node to surface contact and calculate the specific contact areas and can allow for sliding and friction which can change the contact areas.
Both have their strengths and weaknesses in capability and ease of use.