I am starting with a quadratically meshed, axisymmetric model of an overclosed seal. I remove the overclosure (and thus energize) the seal with the "interference fit" option in the interaction module. Note that this analysis is performed in Abaqus Standard as we do not have Explicit. After...
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I am interested in designing a trench+backfill which will protect a pipeline against anchor drag. I would like to find some resources that give a method to determine the trench shape and backfill profile/material necessary to "deflect" an anchor+line of given specifications.
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