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Rivet Modelling

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yusf

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Hi all can anyone tell me a little bit about how we modelling rivet joints while modelling laminates
 
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Can you explain the question?

If you need to really model the rivet, then you need to build the composite in solid layers, and then made a solid rivet, but if it's just location, then there are a few reference guides, such as aircraft design by michael nue.
 
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think taht i want to fasten two composite layer..as i searched they are called Celas spring elements..

thank you for your attention..
 
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If you need to model the connecting element and not just equivalence, then you can do it this way. usually it's done using 2 RBE2 elements with a spring connecting, or without the RBE elements.
 
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