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simply supported boundary conditions

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mvp23

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Hi , i'm conducting an analysis on a flat plat that is simply supported along the length on both sides and free at the other ends.
Kindly view the attached image to view the coordinates.

I implemented these boundary conditions along the

left side of the plate :
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U1=U2=U3 =0 ( pinned boundary conditions )

right side of the plate :
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U1=U3=0 ( roller support boundary condition ).

Kindly let me know if the roller support boundary condition is correct.

Thanks a lot
 
Your picture simply shows a sketch of a rectangle with a coordinate system. How can anyone say whether your boundary conditions are correct or not. Is it a continuous plate on rollers and so needs symmetry conditions?

Tata but not yet tara
 
I agree. Not enough information. Are these something like bridging a gap between tables? Or mounted in concrete? You could need a roller, a pin, or a full encastre condition. There is just no way to tell.
 
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