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How to define material failure

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bajsi

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I am trying to evaluate an impact analysis using abaqus explicit (bullet vs. armoured plate).

I can't figure out how to define material property so that the plate brakes when certain stress or strain is reached.

Any help appreiated.
 
Check out damage in the material properties.

Rob Stupplebeen
 
Yes, i have tried numerous options and combinations. None worked.
Can someone tell me what exactly i have to define:
Elastic material?
Plastic material?
Ductile damage?
I just need one working example.
 
Abaqus Example Problems Manual
2.1.3 Rigid projectile impacting eroding plate

Rob Stupplebeen
 
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