Hello All,

Question 1: I have a general question regarding the units consistency for linear static runs. I have always been told to use consistent units i.e. in my case its typically N, mm, MPa, tonne, tonne/mm^3,mm/s^2. I always stick to these units but could someone tell me if kg (mass), kg/mm^3 (density) and m/s^2 (gravity) could be used as an alternative. Again this is for linear static runs only. I query this because using the above still gives the same results for F=ma and I believe its because the kg,m/s^2 or tonne,mm/s^2 essentially give the same value. I have done some trial runs using the above rational and the results are identical, the forces due to the applied loads and mass inertia also tie up with hand calcs. Am I missing something here?

Question2:
What are the units for material density when running SOL103 for a free-free check? For units of mm, MPa will the density be tonne/mm^3 as per the typical recommended unit system? And how is mass accounted for in a free free modal check despite no use of gravity cards?

Many thanks in advance