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sirx

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hi,
I have a problem. I use femap with nastran (linear) and I have to solve a problem where a force F load the structure for t ms ( I know F and t). Is there a way to use linear analysis for resolve this problem?
thanks
sirx
 
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Hi

Linear analysis should work provided that the material has linear behaviour. But you have to use a transient (time stepping) solution. Even if the material is nonlinear the linear solition is a good starting point.

Good Luck

Thomas
 
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