Dec 7, 2023 #1 shubbad Structural Joined Sep 25, 2023 Messages 24 Location IN I modeled a slab in Abaqus using Shell elements, and I require the S33 value. However, for shell elements, S33 is zero. What alternative approach should I consider? Your guidance is appreciated. Thanks and Regards.
I modeled a slab in Abaqus using Shell elements, and I require the S33 value. However, for shell elements, S33 is zero. What alternative approach should I consider? Your guidance is appreciated. Thanks and Regards.
Dec 7, 2023 #2 FEA way Mechanical Joined Nov 13, 2018 Messages 5,193 Location PL Shell elements have plane stress state. You would have to use solid elements.