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ABAQUS CTF 1

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Why is it not possible to output the connection force of a rigid connection of multiple separated lines using ABAQUS CTF? I wonder what the problem is besides? Even though the output CTF is set in the field output, I can't find the CTF in the ODB file, or all the CTFs and CTMs are 0. What is the reason for this?
 
Which type of connector are you using ? Also, check the warning messages.
 
I would like to inquire what is the difference between the two connections below? (1) With a connecting beam in the center, the end points of the connecting beam are connected with beam connectors; (2) Without a connecting beam in the center, the two points on the beam are directly connected with beam connectors.
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What kind of connection behavior do you want to model here ? BEAM connector provides a rigid beam connection while beam elements are normally deformable.
 
Thank you for your help. I understand the difference
 
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