Multi-plate deflection analysis??
Multi-plate deflection analysis??
(OP)
How can I model (3) flat plates which are bolted together in their four corners and has a load in the middle.
I need to examine their stresses & displacements relative to each other.
Thanks in advance.
I need to examine their stresses & displacements relative to each other.
Thanks in advance.
RE: Multi-plate deflection analysis??
(bh^3)/12 = SUM [(bh^3)/12]
Total = sum of all of the plates
Since the base is the same, it can be deleted and then solve for “h” in total and this will be the equivalent height (thickness) of all of the plates combined.
Good luck
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Tobalcane
RE: Multi-plate deflection analysis??
Any suggestions?
RE: Multi-plate deflection analysis??
I’m not sure if you can model all three plates. If you put them together, Pro-M will “fuse” them and make it one plate which is not a realistic model. And, if apart the plates will not react to each other. You can use contact, but I don’t think that it can take in consideration of the shear that happens between the plates. I do believe that contact is only for direct perpendicular load. I could be wrong about the contact, I don’t use it that often, but if you just need some upfront data, the previous suggestion will get you there.
Hope this helps
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Tobalcane
RE: Multi-plate deflection analysis??
Are you using Pro/E, or Mechanica Independant, and what version?
RE: Multi-plate deflection analysis??
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Tobalcane
RE: Multi-plate deflection analysis??
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RE: Multi-plate deflection analysis??
Thanks again.