Ansys 10.0 Workbench Tutorial

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ANSYS 10.0

Workbench Tutorial

ANSYS 10.0

Workbench Tutorial

ANSYS, Inc.275 Technology Drive

Canonsburg, PA 15317

ANSYS, Inc.275 Technology Drive

Canonsburg, PA 15317

Version 1.0 July 2006

Welcome to the ANSYS Workbench Tutorial ANSYS offers a full range of engineering simulation solver technologies from basic structural and mechanical simulation through complex linear and non-linear multi-physics solutions. The ANSYS Workbench environment that supports these technologies provides an integrated work environment and common interface to many of these technologies. The ANSYS Workbench environment is focused on helping to improve the engineering product process. The intent of this tutorial is to help you learn the full power and capabilities of this highly integrated engineering simulation platform. The tutorial provides a self-teaching teaching format that allows you to become familiar with various ANSYS simulation capabilities. It is intended to be taken at your leisure and at your own pace. The tutorial has been designed to teach you both the process flow and the technical capabilities of the ANSYS Workbench environment. The exercises contained in the tutorial are designed to be taken using the ANSYS ED 10.0 or any commercial release of ANSYS version 10.0. The size and complexity of the exercises presented in the tutorial have been developed to run within the finite element and other limits of the educational version of the product. If you do not have access the either of the above products use the following link to find your local ANSYS provider.

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ANSYS 10.0 WORKBENCH TUTORIAL



If you are taking this tutorial using the educational version ANSYS version 10.0 and are interested in the specific limits of the product visit:

ANSYS ED – Limitations

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ANSYS Workbench Training

Contents The contents of this tutorial are intended to provide both an overview of the ANSYS simulation capabilities. Using the ANSYS Workbench environment you will visit a series of technical exercises to teach you how to perform some basic types of simulation. It is not the intent of the exercises to teach you more advanced types of linear and non-linear engineering simulation.

Introduction and Overview This section is intended to introduce you to the basic content and use of the ANSYS Workbench environment. It includes descriptions of the basic application tools and screen contents that you will encounter when taking the tutorial. The objective is to introduce general terminology and the methods of interacting with the ANSYS products through the Workbench graphical user interface.

Exercise 1 – Workbench Basics The first exercise introduces you to the basic workflow associated with performing engineering simulations. You will be guided through the creation of a simple model. You will then apply loads and supports to your model and solve a simple problem.

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Once you solved the problem presented you will learn how to review the results of your simulation including stresses and deformations. You will also be introduced to methods provided to produce engineering reports using the patented ANSYS Report Generator. The reporting tool simplifies your ability to produce web-enabled (HTML) reports for distribution and review by others. These reports can be saved and viewed by others who do not have direct access to the ANSYS application software.

Exercise 2 – Dimensions and Parameters

• Prerequisite: Exercise 1 One of the most significant capabilities of the ANSYS Workbench environment is its ability to interact with most major parametric CAD systems. Because the Computer-Aided Design systems used by you and others vary, this tutorial introduces you to model creation and the use of Dimensions and Parameters using the integrated DesignModeler. It is important as you take this and other exercises that you understand that these operations could be just as easily performed using your own local CAD systems. The bi-directional associativity between the ANSYS Workbench environment and CAD systems allows the Workbench to interact with and modify your CAD models during the design and engineering process based on simulation results. In this exercise you will learn the use of dimensioning tools and the parameter manager. These tools facilitate engineering simulation and your ability to perform various “What if?” and other design studies early in the design process.

Exercise 3 – Named Selections and Localized Loads

• Prerequisite: Exercise 2 There are two areas two areas of communications and collaboration that need to exist when engineering simulation and CAD systems are integrated. This exercise deals with those areas. First, what are named selections? Named selections are in affect tags or labels applied to entities (edges, faces, bodies) or groups of entities in CAD systems. When using the ANSYS Workbench these entities are referred to as named selections.




There is little question that most designers when designing a single component or assembly know both how their design is supported or mounted and how it is loaded and where the loads are applied. Using named selections allows supports and loads to be linked to CAD and DesignModeler models that are persistent when designs are modified. This allows simulations on design changes to be fully automated as changes occur. What are localized loads? A simple example might be the footprint of a piece of equipment mounted on a surface in a design model where the equipment itself and its footprint are not defined in a CAD model. The ANSYS DesignModeler supports the definition of surfaces patches on a CAD or DesignModeler model to be imprinted on a surface without having to modify the CAD model itself. This exercise deals with these two capabilities and their use when performing engineering simulations. Exercise 4 – Remote and Combined Loads

• Prerequisite: Exercise 3 In exercise 3 you defined imprinted images or footprints on a portion or a face or surface to which supports or loads are to be applied. The purpose of this capability was to not have to create modified or special CAD models for this purpose. This frees you in performing simulations from having to modify or request modifications of the CAD model. At the same time these local loads may be the result of remote masses associated with these patches that are represented by an un-modeled piece of equipment where the mass and center of gravity are known. This exercise deals with the application of remote (un-attached) forces or masses to these predefined patches. Exercise 5 – Assemblies and Contact

• Prerequisite: Exercise 4 Now that you have learned to deal with simulations of a single part, it is time to learn about how ANSYS Workbench environment addresses assemblies.




In this exercise you will modify your original model to mount the plate you created on a post supported at its base. The automated contact surface definitions used in this exercise (while based on a model created with the ANSYS DesignModeler); work in the same way when CAD assemblies are attached to the Workbench environment. On completion of this exercise you will have examined the workflow associated with the basic use of the ANSYS products from within the ANSYS Workbench environment. Exercise 6, Part 1 – Exploring Simulation The entire quantity and types of engineering simulation capabilities accessible with the ANSYS Workbench environment are beyond the scope of this basic tutorial. The exercises available in the remainder of this tutorial provide a brief view of some of these capabilities. It is presumed at this point that you have completed the introduction and exercises 1 through 5 of the overall tutorial. If you have done so, each of the following exercises can be taken individually based on your areas of interest.

• Exercise 6A – Loads and Load Steps This exercise demonstrates the application of load steps based on masses and accelerations based on discrete vectors to the results of exercises 1 through 5.

• Exercise 6B – Modal Analysis

This exercise uses the results of the previous exercise and explores modal and harmonic simulation to determine the structures natural frequency responses with and without applied loads.

• Exercise 6C – Optimization

This exercise introduces you to the basic capabilities for performing simulation driven design. Included in the exercise are the use shape optimization capabilities to remove excess or on-needed material in a part or component and the use of Design of Experiment (DOE) principals to optimize designs.

Exercise 6, Part 2 – Exploring Simulation

• Exercise 6D - Steady State and Transient Thermal Simulation




This exercise introduces you to a few basic capabilities of the ANSYS Workbench in the areas of steady state and transient thermal simulation capabilities. The exercise uses a predefined model. The exercise is your first introduction to the definition, use and application of varied materials to model produced in CAD or with the DesignModeler to the parts in models or assemblies.

• Exercise 6E - Linear Buckling

This exercise introduces you to the basic methods of determining buckling modes and performing linear buckling simulations based on a simple beam or column profile.

• Exercice 6F – Stress-Life Fatigue

This exercise introduces you to a minimum set of tools for performing stress-life fatigue simulations and method used to examine various results from the simulation.

• Exercise 6G - Solving with 2D and 3D Symmetry

If you are familiar with the concepts of symmetry in performing analysis on rotating machinery or mechanisms or other parts whose simulation is symmetric in nature; this exercise introduces you to apply your knowledge of the design to improve simulation performance.

Conclusion We hope when you complete this tutorial that you have a better understanding of the some of the available ANSYS solver technologies as they are accessed using Workbench environment. If you wish to learn more contact your local ANSYS sales office.

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IntroductionAnd

Overview

IntroductionIntroductionAndAnd

OverviewOverview


IntroductionIntroduction

• The ANSYS Workbench represents more than a general purpose engineering tool.– It provides a highly integrated engineering

simulation platform.– Supports multi-physics engineering solutions.– Provides bi-directional parametric associativity

with most available CAD systems.• This tutorial is designed to introduce you to the

capabilities, functionalities and features of the ANSYS Workbench.


ANSYS Workbench [ANSYS ED]ANSYS Workbench [ANSYS ED]

• ANSYS ED represents an application that:– Provides access to a range of ANSYS

Engineering Simulation solutions.– Is designed to handle a limited set of non-

complex engineering solutions• Simulation capabilities are limited by the size of

engineering and finite element models• Finite element models are limited to 1000

elements on single parts or assemblies.• Other limitations can be found at

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PurposePurpose

• This tutorial is incremental in nature (it is recommended and in some cases required that exercises be taken in their defined order)

• It is designed to introduce you to:– The nature and design of the ANSYS Workbench

User Interface– The concepts of ANSYS Workbench Projects and

shared applications– The integrated nature of ANSYS Workbench

technology– The power of the ANSYS Workbench in using

applied parametric modeling and simulation techniques to provide quality engineering solutions


Using this TutorialUsing this Tutorial

Green boxes are guides

describing various

Workbench features but requiring no

action on your part

Blue boxes represent actions

to be taken. When numbered they guide you

through the sequence of the

actions

Orange boxes present

warnings or notes of

interest or importance

The following guidelines are provided when taking the tutorial


Getting StartedGetting Started

Launch the ANSYS Workbench



Examine the ANSYS Workbench Start Page

From the Start Page you can:

• Set your desired ANSYS Workbench Options

• Create new ANSYS Workbench Geometry or import CAD geometry











• Create a new simulation based on existing ANSYS Workbench or CAD models







• Create a new (empty) ANSYS Workbench Project









• Browse for and open existing files or projects


Open an Empty ProjectOpen an Empty Project

Open an empty project by selecting the “Empty Project” Icon with the left

mouse button


The Project PageThe Project Page

Examine the ANSYS Workbench Project Page

The Project Page Provides:File Management Tools to support the opening of new or existing ANSYS Workbench Projects




The Project Page Provides:Access to ANSYS Workbench help and documentation




The Project Page Provides:The ability to create new ANSYS Workbench Parametric Models




The Project Page Provides:The ability to link to active or previous saved CAD or ANSYS Workbench geometry




The Project Page Provides:The ability to access the ANSYS Workbench Engineering Data application to create, import and manage material properties and data




The Project Page Provides:Access to specialized project tasks for experienced ANSYS and ANSYS Workbench users (to be covered in later tutorials)




The Project Page Provides:Access to custom applications developed by you, your company, your suppliers or ANSYS Workbench third-party suppliers (example shown).



Underlined items in the right side menu that are underlined can be

collapsed or expanded


Creating initial geometryCreating initial geometry

We will start this tutorial by creating a new model using the ANSYS Workbench

DesignModelerCreate a new model by selecting “New Geometry” using the left mouse button


Building our initial modelBuilding our initial model

Select you modeling units (in this case millimeters) and select OK with the left

mouse button


The DesignModelerThe DesignModeler

Examine the Design Modeling Environment

You will find tools in the Design Modeler for:

•File management





•File management

•Image capture





•File management

•Image capture

•Undo and redo of modeling operations





•File management

•Image capture

•Undo and redo of modeling operations

•Geometry selection and filtering





•Display manipulation and control






•Plane and Sketch Management







•3D geometry creation and Parameters







•3D geometry creation and Parameters

•Modeling and Sketching Mode Switching




The Tree Outline in Modeling Mode:

•Depicts modeling operations






•Supports editing of modeling operations







•Supports viewing of modeling details







•Supports viewing of modeling details

•Allows editing of model details




The Tree Outline in Sketching Mode:

•Provides access to sketching tools

•Supports sketch creation and modification

•Supports viewing of sketching details

•Supports editing of geometry and features


GUI - Graphical User Interface

Basic Mouse FunctionalityGUI - Graphical User Interface

Basic Mouse Functionality

• Basic mouse control (3 button mouse assumed):– LMB (left mouse button)

• Geometry selection• <CTRL> + LMB adds/removes

selected entities• Hold LMB and sweep cursor =

continuous selection

– MMB (middle mouse button)• Free Rotation (shortcut)

– RMB (right mouse button)• Box Zoom (shortcut)• Open pop-up (context) menus


Adjacent/Flood Select

• In select mode the cursor changes to reflect current selection filter (it will match the icon).

• Adjacent and Flood Selections extend selections to adjacent areas. Additional information can be found in the ANSYS Workbench Help (documentation).

Selecting

Selection FiltersSelecting

Selection Filters

• Model features are identified by graphically picking them (selecting) using the left mouse button

• Feature selection is done by activating one of the selection filters from the menu bar or from pop-up menus using the right mouse button

New Selection

Single/Box Selection

2D Points, 3D Vertices

2D Edges, Model Edges, Line Edges

FacesSolid Bodies,

Surface Bodies, Line Bodies

Extension Options


Selecting

Selection Filters

• Selection filters can also be set using pop-up menus (right mouse button in the Model View):

In Sketching Mode: In Modeling Mode:


Selecting

Mouse Selection Selecting

Mouse Selection

• Add to or remove from current selection set– Depends on current selection filter

(lines, surfaces, etc.)

• “Paint Select” - hold left mouse button then move (“paint”) mouse over entities to be selected– Depends on current selection filter

(lines, surfaces, etc.)

Ctrl++++++++

++++++++ Hold

Note: To un-select all, click once in a blank area of the window in which your selections were made


Selecting

Selection PanesSelecting

Selection Panes

• “Selection Panes” allow selecting hidden geometry (lines, surfaces, etc.) after an initial selection– In assemblies only panes

are color coded to match part colors

– Multi-select techniques apply to selection panes as well

Note, each plane represents an entity (surface, edge, etc) that an imaginary line would pass through starting from the initial mouse click location and proceeding into the screen away from the viewer in the normal viewing direction.

Initial left mouse click


Selecting

Box SelectionSelecting

Box Selection

• The Selection Toolbar includes a “Select Mode” button allowing users to select items via Single Select or Box Select– Selection based on currently active filter

– Type of selection based on dragging direction:• Drag from left to right: items completely

enclosed in the box are selected

• Drag from right to left: items completely and partially enclosed in the box are selected

– Note the difference in the hash marks along the edges of the box to help you determine which box selection type will be performed.

Left to Right Right to Left


Graphics ControlsGraphics Controls

• Rotate Behavior (LMB):– Cursor near center of graphics

screen = free rotations.

– Cursor outside center = rotation about Z axis of the view which points out of the screen.

– Cursor near top or side edge of graphics screen = rotations about X (horizontal) or Y (vertical) axes of the screen.

Note: the cursor will change style depending on window location/action


…Graphics Controls…Graphics Controls

– Panning

– Zoom in/out

– Box Zoom

– Fit model to graphics screen

– Look At: select model feature (surface, line, etc.) then “Look At”. Model automatically orients normal to feature, centered at pick point.

• Additional Mouse Controls– While in select mode:

• Center mouse button = free rotations.• Right mouse button = box zoom.• Shift + Center mouse button = zoom.


…Graphics Controls…Graphics Controls

– While in Rotate, Pan, or Zoom mode:• Left click on model temporarily resets center of view and

rotation at cursor location (identified by red dot).• Left click in open area (off the model) re-centers model and

rotation center to centroid.

Temporary rotational

center



Context MenusGUI - Graphical User Interface

Context Menus

• RMB– Context

Sensitive Menus appear:

Model View

Print PreviewTree Object

Tree

SketchDimensioning

Note: to delete a feature: highlight it on Tree, RMB >Delete, or <Delete> using keyboard



Cursor ModesGUI - Graphical User Interface

Cursor Modes

• Mouse Cursor is context sensitive– Indicates chosen operation

• Viewing, Rotation…• Selecting• Sketch AutoConstraints• System Status “busy, wait”


CongratulationsCongratulations

• At this point you should have completed the ANSYS Workbench Introduction– You should have a basic understanding of

• The Start Page• The Project Page

– You should have a developed a basic understanding of the graphical user interface including:• Screen layouts• Graphical User Interfaces• Mouse interactions (menus and selections)



ANSYSWorkbench

Basics

ANSYSANSYSWorkbenchWorkbench

BasicsBasics


Using this TutorialUsing this Tutorial

Green boxes are guides

describing various

Workbench features but requiring no

action on your part

Blue boxes represent actions

to be taken. When numbered they guide you

through the sequence of the

actions

Orange boxes present

warnings or notes of

interest or importance

The following guidelines are provided when taking the tutorial


Open an Empty ProjectOpen an Empty Project

Open an empty project by selecting the “Empty Project” Icon with the left

mouse button


Creating initial geometryCreating initial geometry

We will start this tutorial by creating a new model using the ANSYS Workbench

DesignModelerCreate a new model by selecting “New Geometry” using the left mouse button


Building our initial modelBuilding our initial model

Select you modeling units (in this case millimeters) and select OK with the left

mouse button


Exercise 1 - OutlineExercise 1 - Outline

• Rectangular Plate with a Uniform Pressure Load

1. Create geometry2. Apply constraints3. Apply pressure load4. Define required results5. Solve6. Examine Results7. Generate Report


Step 1A – Create RectangleStep 1A – Create Rectangle

1. Enter SketchingMode

2. Select Rectangle from the Draw Menu

4. Create Rectangle (left mouse click or release drag)

3. Select a starting point (left mouse click – or

hold and drag)


Step 1B – Extrude RectangleStep 1B – Extrude Rectangle

1. Select the Extrude Operation


Step 1B – Extrude RectangleStep 1B – Extrude Rectangle

1. Select the Extrude Operation

2. In the details of extrusion set the depth of the extrusion

3. Select Generate to complete the extrusion


Step 1C – Create a SimulationStep 1C – Create a Simulation

2. Select the [Project] folder tab

1. Select File Save and save your file in a directory of your choice as Exercise1.agdb


Step 2A – Open a new SimulationStep 2A – Open a new Simulation

Note that your new model and file have been added to your

project

Select (left mouse click) “New Simulation”


Model Import & Applet SwitchingModel Import & Applet Switching

Note that your model has now been attached to the

active simulation

Note that your Project, Model (Exercise1) and Simulation are all active (you can switch between applets at any time

We will not examine the full Simulation

User Interface at this time as it will be

learned progressively throughout this

tutorial


Step 2B – Defining your EnvironmentStep 2B – Defining your Environment

1. Use free rotation to orient your model to a position you are comfortable with

2. Select your environment in the outline to define loads and constraints



Note that a new Environment toolbar has been added to the user interface

Feel free to browse available capabilities and options



For our purposes we are going to focus on a single step “Static” structural simulation


Step 2B – Defining SupportsStep 2B – Defining Supports

At this point you have two options

1. Selected “Fixed Support” from the “Structural”pull-down menu



Option 21. Using the right

mouse button select: “Insert>Fixed Support” from the pop-up menu



1. Using the selection tools previously introduced select the four bounding edges of the your plate

2. Select the Apply function under the Fixed Support Details


Step 3A – Defining LoadsStep 3A – Defining Loads

1. Select a “Pressure” load from the Structural menu or right mouse button pop-up

2. Select the surface to which the load is to be applied and select apply in the details menu


Step 3B – Defining LoadsStep 3B – Defining Loads

3. Define the pressure to be applied to the selected surface(s)


Step 4A - Defining ResultsStep 4A - Defining Results

Once you have defined your loads and constraint they can be verified by selecting the object from the tree

Next you need to set up your solution by selecting “Solution” from the tree



Note that a new solution toolbar appears in the User Interface



1. From the Stress pull-down or right mouse menu define required stress results as “Equivalent (von-Mises)”

2. From the Deformation pull-down or right mouse menu define required deformation results as “Total”


Step 5A – Validating Inputs Step 5A – Validating Inputs

1. Once you have competed your model, review your inputs and constraints by selecting appropriate items in the Outline

Note: Items highlighted with a lightning bolt will not be generated until after a Solve

2. Once you have validated your inputs select “Solve” to run your simulation


Step 6A – Reviewing ResultsStep 6A – Reviewing Results

Once your results are available they can be reviewed using the Solution Outline

Note the new Results toolbar


Step 6BBBB – Reviewing AnimationStep 6BBBB – Reviewing Animation

To animate results select the Animation tab at the bottom of the Results view


Step 6C - ManipulationStep 6C - Manipulation

2. You can use view manipulation while running animations

Note the new Animation

toolbar1. Start your animation by selecting Play in the toolbar


Step 7A – Define FiguresStep 7A – Define Figures

Reports can be generated at any time during a Simulation

1. To add graphical figure to your report you must first define and save Figures

2. To create a report figure select an item in the outline and use view manipulation to

define the figure

3. Select figure creation from the Simulation toolbar


Step 7BBBB – Generate a ReportStep 7BBBB – Generate a Report

1. To generate a report for your simulation select the “Report Preview” folder tab

below your simulation window


Step 7C – Complete HeadingStep 7C – Complete Heading

Complete Report heading

information


Step 7D – Generate the ReportStep 7D – Generate the Report

Scroll to the bottom of the report and select “Generate Report”


Step 7E – Publish ReportStep 7E – Publish Report

1. If you have modified your report select “Refresh’

2. Review your Report content

3. Publish or send your report to others for review in a Browser (No ANSYS License Required)



• You have complete Exercise 1 of the ANSYS ED tutorial

• Before you leave the ANSYS Workbench save the results of this exercise

• Return to the Project Page by selecting the [Project] folder tab


Save your workSave your work

Select “Save All” from the

“File Menu” or toolbar ICON


Review your Project ContentsReview your Project Contents

Note: Your Project and associated files have now been saved in a common location

If you wish to exit this session and continue later Exit the Workbench



DimensionsAnd

Parameters

DimensionsDimensionsAndAnd

ParametersParameters


WelcomeWelcome

• Now that you have completed Exercise 1, you should be familiar with the basic methods, tools and concepts that comprise the ANSYS Workbench. Let’s begin Exercise 2.


Using ParametricsUsing Parametrics

• The methods taught in this tutorial apply equally well to both attached parametric CAD and DesignModeler files.

• For the purposes of this tutorial we will be using the DesignModeler file produced in Exercise 1 of this tutorial.

• When using attached CAD systems dimensions and parameters would be defined in your CAD models.



• Dimensioning and Parameters1. Dimensioning your model2. Dimension naming and display3. Exporting parameters4. Using parametric equations5. Defining the Environment and Solution6. Examining Results7. Making Parametric Changes



If you are starting Exercise 2 without previously completing Exercise 1 copy the following files to a

local working directory…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise1.wbdb…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise1.agdb…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise1.dsdb…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise1.eddb

Then Click Here


Opening Exercise1 filesOpening Exercise1 files

If you previously saved Exercise1 in ANSYS ED you can open your

previous project from the ANSYS Workbench Start PageMake sure that the Open: pull-

down is set to “Workbench Projects” then left mouse click

on Exercise1

If Exercise1 is not in your list you will need to Browse for the Project in the directory you copied the sample files to



Note: You should now be on the Project Page with the contents as shown above

1. Left click on the Exercise1 DesignModeler Geometry

2. Left click on Open copy


Step 1A – Opening your sketchStep 1A – Opening your sketch

1. Expand the XYPlane in the Tree Outline and select Sketch 1

3. Select the Sketch Mode

2. Turn off the 3D model display


Step 1B - DimensioningStep 1B - Dimensioning

1. Select “Dimensions”from the Sketching Toolbox

2. Select “General”

3. Select each line to be dimensioned and holding the left mouse button drag the dimension to a desired location


Step 1C - DimensioningStep 1C - Dimensioning

1. Select “Horizontal”

2. Select the vertical axis and an edge

3. Drag and drop the dimension


Step 1D - DimensioningStep 1D - Dimensioning

1. Select “Vertical”

2. Select the horizontal axis and an edge

3. Drag and drop the dimension


Step 2A – Displaying DimensionsStep 2A – Displaying Dimensions

In the “Dimensions” tools select both Name and Value


Step 2B – Locating DimensionsStep 2B – Locating Dimensions

1. In the “Dimensions”tools select Move

2. Using the left mouse button drag and drop dimensions to new locations for clarity


Step 2C – Editing DimensionsStep 2C – Editing Dimensions

1. Select “Edit” from the Dimensions tools

2. Drag over and select the dimension to be modified


Step 2D – Examine DetailsStep 2D – Examine Details

Note the Details view now contains your dimension detail

We are going to select and modify the name and values of our each of our

dimension by selecting and changing the details to those shown on the next page


Step 2E – Edit 4 DimensionsStep 2E – Edit 4 Dimensions

Note the edited values• You will need to repeat the edit operation for each dimension

Select left mouse click and enter

each dimensions name and value

Note: Leave the values of the X and Y offsets unchanged


Step 3A – Exporting ParametersStep 3A – Exporting Parameters

1. Select and return to draw mode

2. Scroll through your sketch details and locate your dimensions

Note: The check boxes that control the export of parameters


Step 3B – Naming ParametersStep 3B – Naming Parameters

Note you will need to define and export each of your dimensions as parameters

1. Select the check box on a dimension

2. A dialog will appear

3. For the purposes of this exercise remove the “XYPlane.” prefix from the name and click “OK”

Note when you click “OK” a “D” shows up

in the check box indicating a parameter


Step 3C – Verify ExportStep 3C – Verify Export

Verify that all of your parameters have been exported (Note the “D” annotations)

Select and return to Modeling Mode


Step 3D – Export 3D ParametersStep 3D – Export 3D Parameters

1. Select the Extrusion from the Tree Outline

2. Scroll and find the Extrusion Depth in the Details View and select the check box

3. Change the parameter name to “Thickness” and click “OK”


Step 4A – Using ParametersStep 4A – Using Parameters

1. Select Parameters from the toolbar

Note the appearance of the Parameter Manager

2. Select “Parameter/Dimension Assignments”


Step 4B – Using EquationsStep 4B – Using Equations

1. Change the equations above to the equation below setting the offsets of our plate from the XY Origin

2. Select “Check” to verify your equation syntax


Step 4C – Validate EquationsStep 4C – Validate Equations

1. Validate your inputs and syntax 2. Close the Parameter Manager


Step 4D – Update the ModelStep 4D – Update the Model

3. Note that your sketch has been updated based on your equations

1. Note that the extrusion is out of date (lightning bolts)

2. Select “Generate” to update your model

4. Select the project folder tab to return to the Project


Step 4E – Naming ModelsStep 4E – Naming Models

1. Select the DesignModeler name using the left mouse button

2. Select the name again with the left mouse button

3. Rename the model to “Exercise2”


Step 4F – Geometry OptionsStep 4F – Geometry Options

1. Make sure the DesignModeler Exercise2 is selected

Note that attributes, Named selections and Material properties are not selected

Note that prefix filters have been defined to limit parameter input and exchange

2. If the “Default Geometry Options”are not visible select the title bar to expand the visible options


Step 4G – Setting FiltersStep 4G – Setting Filters

1. Select “Attributes”, “Named selections” and “Material Properties”

2. Delete (blank out) filters

3. Select “Tools>Options”


Step 4H – Filtering OptionsStep 4H – Filtering Options

Note: Defaults for these options can be set using the “Options” menu in the ANSYS Workbench


Step 5A – Start a SimulationStep 5A – Start a Simulation

1. Verify that the geometry for Exercise 2 is selected

2. Select (start) a “New Simulation”


Step 5B – Your New SimulationStep 5B – Your New Simulation

Note that you new Model has been added to your existing Project

Simulation


Step 5C – Renaming ModelsStep 5C – Renaming Models

Using a right mouse click select your Models. Than select rename and rename your models as shown


Step 5D – Copying SimulationsStep 5D – Copying Simulations

Copy your Environment and Solution options to your new Simulation by using the shift key to select multiple items. Then use a right mouse click to copy the items and paste them into your new Environment and Solution


Step 5C – Setting the MeshStep 5C – Setting the Mesh

1. Select the Mesh

2. Set the Mesh Relevance to -100


Step 5D – Reselecting TargetsStep 5D – Reselecting Targets

Note: Question marks and lightning bolts indicate that Simulations have not been run or are out of date.

The use of Named Selections to enhance these capabilities are covered in the next tutorial


Step 5E – Reselect GeometryStep 5E – Reselect Geometry

Select “Fixed Support’ In the Outline

Note that because our model is new no geometry selections exist


Step 5F – Redefining ConstraintsStep 5F – Redefining Constraints

2. Using techniques used in Exercise 1 select the faces to be supported

1. Select Geometry

3. Select Apply


Step 5F – (continued)Step 5F – (continued)

1. Verify that you have selected all four faces

2. Select “Pressure” and then geometry


Step 5G – Refining LoadsStep 5G – Refining Loads

Note: Again we need to reselect geometry in our new model


Step 5G – (continued)Step 5G – (continued)

1. Again select “Geometry”

2. Select the face on which the geometry is to be applied

3. Select apply and validate inputs


Step 6A – Generating ResultsStep 6A – Generating Results

Note that only lightning bolts remain in the outline

Select Solve


Step 6B – Reviewing ResultsStep 6B – Reviewing Results

Feel free at this point to review your results (If needed review Exercise 1 in the ANSYS ED

General Tutorial)


Step 7A – Using ParametersStep 7A – Using Parameters

1. Return to the Modeler by selecting the folder tab 2. Open Parameters

3. Change the length of the plate to 120

4. Close the Parameter Manager


Step 7E – Updating GeometryStep 7E – Updating Geometry

1. Select your new Exercise 2 Model

2. Select “Update Use Geometry Parameters”


Step 7F – Updating SolutionsStep 7F – Updating Solutions

Note your new Model and the

Width to Length Ratio

Note the Solution (lightening bolts)

Select Solve


Step 7G – Reviewing ResultsStep 7G – Reviewing Results

1. Review your results as you wish based on methods covered in Exercise 1

2. Select the folder tab to return to the DesignModeler


Step 7H – Making ChangesStep 7H – Making Changes

1. Open the Parameter Manager

2. Change the Width to 180

3. Select “Close”

4. Select “Generate” to update the model


Step 7J – Updating SolutionsStep 7J – Updating Solutions

Select the Simulation folder tab to return to your Simulation


Step 7K – Updating GeometryStep 7K – Updating Geometry

1. Select your Exercise 2 Model Geometry

2. Select Update from Geometry


Step 7L – Updating SolutionsStep 7L – Updating Solutions

Note that: Your model has been updatedYour loads and constraints are in placeA new “Solve” is required

Select “Solve”


Step 7M – Reviewing ResultsStep 7M – Reviewing Results

1. Review your results

2. Select the “Project”folder tab to return to the Project Page


Step 7N – Saving ResultsStep 7N – Saving Results

1. Select “Save All”

2. Select “Exit” to close the ANSYS Workbench


Working with CAD systemsWorking with CAD systems

• Remember:

– Parameters and parameter updates work equally well when using the Workbench with active parametric CAD systems



• You have completed Exercise 2 of the ANSYS ED Workbench Tutorial

• Click here if you wish to continue with the next exercise



Named SelectionsAnd

Localized Loads

NamedNamed SelectionsSelectionsAndAnd

LocalizedLocalized LoadsLoads


Introduction – Named SelectionsIntroduction – Named Selections


simulation platform.– Supports multiple multi-physics engineering

solutions.– Provides bi-directional parametric associativity

with most available CAD systems.• This exercise is designed to introduce you to the use

of “Named Selections” and “Localized Loading” in the ANSYS Workbench


PurposePurpose

• This tutorial is incremental in nature• It is designed to introduce you to:

– The nature and design of the ANSYS Workbench User Interface

– The concepts of ANSYS Workbench Projects and Applets

– The integrated nature of ANSYS Workbench technology

– The power of the ANSYS Workbench in using applied parametric modeling and simulation techniques to provide quality engineering solutions


Using “Named Selections”Using “Named Selections”

• The methods taught in this tutorial apply equally well to both attached CAD and DesignModeler files.


• When using attached CAD systems “Named Selections” would be imported using tags, labels or attributes from your CAD models.


Using “Imprints”Using “Imprints”

• Imprinting is a method for defining discrete localized areas in a CAD or DesignModeler model to support partial or localize simulation loads and constraints.


• When using attached CAD systems imprinted patches can be applied to imported CAD models.



If you are starting Exercise 3 without previously completing Exercise 2 copy the following file to a

local working directory

…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise2.agdb


Exercise 3 OutlineExercise 3 Outline

1. Creating Named Selections2. Using Named Selections3. Applying Local Loading4. Cloning and Running Solutions5. Comparing Results


Opening your Exercise2 fileOpening your Exercise2 file

Make sure that the Open: pull-down is

set to “DesignModeler

Geometry”

Browse for and Open Exercise2.agdb


Renaming your geometry fileRenaming your geometry file

1. Select “Generate”to insure your model is up to date

2. Select “Save As” from the “File”options

3. Save your geometry as “Exercise3.agdb”

4. Select the “Project” folder tab to return to the Project Page


Renaming your ProjectRenaming your Project

1. Left mouse click on the name “Exercise2” in the Project Tree and renrename your geometry “Exercise3”

2. Select “Save All”from the “File”menu and save your Project

3. Select the DesignModeler folder tab


Step 1A – Setting Up Your ModelStep 1A – Setting Up Your Model

1. Position your model for ease of access

2. Note the orientation of the Z axis3. From the

“Tools” menu select “Named Selection”


Step 1B – Creating a SelectionStep 1B – Creating a Selection

1. Left mouse click on the name of the selection and change the name to “FixedSurfaces”

2. Left mouse click on Geometry


Step 1C – Selecting FacesStep 1C – Selecting Faces

Select the fixed faces and click Apply


Step 1D – Generating SelectionStep 1D – Generating Selection

Note: Verify that all four faces have been selected

Select “Generate” to record your selection


Step 1E – Naming Loaded SurfacesStep 1E – Naming Loaded Surfaces

Note: Verify that only one face have been selected

3. Select “Generate” to record your selection

1. Name your selection “LoadedSurfaces”

2. Select the top surface

4. Return to the Project Page


Step 1F – Filtering OptionsStep 1F – Filtering Options

Note: If you have not previously modified your Workbench Geometry Import option to those shown, Select “Tools>Options”from the menubar and make the changes shown


Step 2A – Starting SimulationStep 2A – Starting Simulation

1. If you did not set your geometry options in a previous exercise change your options as shown

2. Select your active model

3. Start a “New Simulation”



1. Select your “Environment”

2. Select “Fixed Support” from the Structural menu


Step 2C – Set Scoping MethodStep 2C – Set Scoping Method

1. Using the pull-down menu change the scoping method for your support to “Named Selection”


Step 2D – Applying SupportsStep 2D – Applying Supports

1. Using the “Named Selection” pull-down set your selection to “FixedSurfaces”

Note: Supports have been applied to your “DesignModeler”

named selections

Note: The same approach can be used on “Named Selections” from an active CAD

system


Step 2E – Applying ForcesStep 2E – Applying Forces

1. Use the previous approach to apply a “Structural>Pressure” to your named selection

2. Define the Magnitude of your Pressure Load


Step 2F – Running a SolutionStep 2F – Running a Solution

1. Select your desired results as presented in previous exercises

2. Select “Solve”


Step 2G – Viewing ResultsStep 2G – Viewing Results

1. Review your results using methods from previous exercises



Step 3A – Save and CopyStep 3A – Save and Copy

1. Select “File>Save All” and save your project as Exercise

2. Select your Exercise3 geometry

3. Select “Open Copy” to create a new copy of your geometry


Step 3B – Renaming GeometryStep 3B – Renaming Geometry

1. Select “Save As”

2. Save your geometry as “Exercise3A”

3. Select the folder tab to return to the Project Page


Step 3C – Renaming GeometryStep 3C – Renaming Geometry

1. Using a left mouse click rename your geometry to “Exercise3A”

2. Select the “DesignModeler” folder tab to return to your geometry


Step 3D – Creating a SketchStep 3D – Creating a Sketch

1. Expand and select the XYPlane

2. Echo off the 3D display

3. Create a new sketch using the toolbar ICON

4. Make sure Sketch2 is selected and active


Step 3E – Starting a FootprintStep 3E – Starting a Footprint

1. Select “Sketching” and “Draw” Modes

2. Select “Rectangle

3. Using the left mouse button drag and drop a rectangle in your sketch


Step 3F - DimensioningStep 3F - Dimensioning

1. Using “General” Dimensions, dimension your rectangle based on methods learned in Exercise 2

2. Set the values for your dimensions


Step 3G – Imprint a ProfileStep 3G – Imprint a Profile

1. While in sketch mode select “Extrude”

2. Set the Operation to ”Imprint Faces”

3. Set the Type to “To Next”

4. Select “Generate”


Step 3H – Creating a PatternStep 3H – Creating a Pattern

1. Select your new surface patch

2. From the “Create” menu select “Pattern”


Step 3J – Setting Type and VectorStep 3J – Setting Type and Vector

1. Set the “Pattern Type” to Rectangular

2. Select “Direction” and select a direction vector

3. Verify the direction vector

Select “Apply”


Step 3K – Set Vector and OffsetsStep 3K – Set Vector and Offsets

1. Set Offset distances for your pattern

2. Set the Direction 2 vector and select “Apply”

Select “Generate”


Step 3L – Viewing PatchesStep 3L – Viewing Patches

Note: That you have now created a number of surfaces patches to which loads can be applied

This same approach can be used to define loads on import CAD Models


Step 3M – Naming PatchesStep 3M – Naming Patches

1. Using a box select the four surface patches

2. Select “Tools>Named Selection”

3. Select “Apply”

Select “Generate”


Step 3M – Deleting SelectionsStep 3M – Deleting Selections

1. Select and delete the “Loaded Surfaces” named selection using the Delete Key

2. Select you new named selection


Step 3P – Naming SelectionsStep 3P – Naming Selections

1. Rename you new named selection as “LoadedSurfaces2”

3. Select “File>Save”


2. Rename “FixedSurfaces” to “FixedSurfaces2”


Step 4A – Starting a New SolutionStep 4A – Starting a New Solution

1. Left mouse click on your geometry name and change

it to “Exercise3A”

2. Select “New simulation”


Step 4B – Copy EnvironmentStep 4B – Copy Environment

1. Select “Fixed Support” and “Pressure”from you “Model 1 Environment” right mouse click and select “Copy”

2. Paste the values into your “Model 2 Environment”


Step 4C – Copy SolutionStep 4C – Copy Solution

1. Select “Equivalent Stress” and “Total Deformation” from you “Model 1 Solution” right mouse click and select “Copy”

2. Paste the values into your “Model 2 Solution”


Step 4D – Re-scope SelectionStep 4D – Re-scope Selection

1. Re-scope your Pressure Named Selection to use “LoadedSurfaces2”and your Fixed Support to use “FixedSurfaces2”



Step 5 – Comparing ResultsStep 5 – Comparing Results

1. Select a four pane view

2. Select each pane and the item to be displayed

3. Compare Results



Step 6 – Saving ResultsStep 6 – Saving Results


2. Select “Exit” to close the ANSYS Workbench



• Remember:

– Named selections can be imported from most CAD systems to pre-define information for Simulation

– Imprinting can be used on import CAD models to supporting localized patch loading without modifying the original CAD models



RemoteAnd

CombinedLoads

RemoteRemoteAndAnd

CombinedCombinedLoadsLoads


Introduction – Remote LoadingIntroduction – Remote Loading




with most available CAD systems.• This exercise is designed to introduce you to the use

of “Remote Loads and Masses” and “Combined Results” in the ANSYS Workbench


PurposePurpose







Using “Mass Points”Using “Mass Points”



• When using attached CAD systems “Mass Points” can be attached to tagged entities import from from your CAD models.


Using “Remote Loads”Using “Remote Loads”

• Remote loads can be attached to remote Mass Points and then be applied to active CAD or DesignModeler geometry.

• These Mass Points and Remote loads can then be used in various combinations to solve an overall simulation.





…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise3A.agdb



1. Creating Mass and Remote Load Insertion Points

2. Creating and Applying Remote Loads3. Creating Multiple Environments4. Comparing Results


Opening your Exercise3 fileOpening your Exercise3 file

Make sure that the Open: pull-down is

set to “DesignModeler

Geometry”

Browse for and Open Exercise3A.agdb


Renaming your geometry fileRenaming your geometry file

1. Select “Generate”to insure your model is up to date

2. Select “Save As” from the “File”options

3. Save your geometry as “Exercise4.agdb”

4. Select the “Project” folder tab to return to the Project Page


Renaming your ProjectRenaming your Project

1. Left mouse click on the name “Exercise3A”in the Project Tree and then rename your geometry “Exercise4”

2. Select “Save All”from the “File”menu and save your Project

3. Select the DesignModeler folder tab


Step 1A – Creating a PlaneStep 1A – Creating a Plane

1. Select the ZXPlane

Select the New Plane ICON


Step 1B – Generating the PlaneStep 1B – Generating the Plane

Note the newly created Plane

1. Change Reverse Normal to “YES”


2. Rename Plane as “Plane1”


Step 1C – Creating a SketchStep 1C – Creating a Sketch

1. Select the new Plane

2. Select the New Sketch ICON

3. Select “Sketching” mode


Step 1D – Positioning a SketchStep 1D – Positioning a Sketch

1. Select your new sketch

2. Select the Face Sketch ICON

3. Use Box Zoom to the X-Axis

4. Select “Sketching” mode


Step 1E – Creating ReferencesStep 1E – Creating References

1. Select Draw and Line Modes and create a triangle on the X-Axis

2. Select “Dimensions”


Step 1F –Locating Remote PointsStep 1F –Locating Remote Points

Note: You are going to use the Vertex of a cone to locate the CG of the

equipment mounted on your footpring

1. Select “Horizontal” and dimension the location of your triangle vertex

2. Set the value of the Vertex location

3. Select “Revolve”


Step 1G –Locating Remote PointsStep 1G –Locating Remote Points

1. Select an axis of rotation


1. Select Apply


Step 1H – Orienting ViewsStep 1H – Orienting Views

1. Orient your geometry for visibility



Step 2A – Opening a SimulationStep 2A – Opening a Simulation

1. Select your geometry

2. Select “New Simulation”


Step 2B – Reorienting ViewsStep 2B – Reorienting Views

Re-orient your model for visibility


Step 2C – Creating Remote ForcesStep 2C – Creating Remote Forces

1. Select your Environment

2. In the “Structural”menu select “Remote Force”


Step 2D – Define & Locate Force Step 2D – Define & Locate Force

1. Change your Scoping Method to Named Selection

2. Change your Named Selection to you “LoadedSurfaces2”

3. Select “Click to Change” Location

4. Select the tip of the Cone


Step 2E –Magnitude and DirectionStep 2E –Magnitude and Direction

1. Set your “Magnitude” to the Weight of your equipment

2. Select “Direction”

3. Select a vertical edge

4. Set your vector orientation5. Select “Apply”


Step 2F – Renaming ForcesStep 2F – Renaming Forces


Step 2G – Additional LoadsStep 2G – Additional Loads

1. Repeat the previous operations to create X and Y Accelerations

2. Validate your forces and vectors


Step 2F – Applying SupportsStep 2F – Applying Supports

1. Select “Fixed Support”

2. Change the Scoping Method to “Named Selection”

3. Set your Named Selection to your “FixedSurfaces2”


Step 2G – Defining ResultsStep 2G – Defining Results

2. Select desired results

1. Select “Solution”


Step 2H – Suppressing ReferencesStep 2H – Suppressing References


1. Expand your “Geometry”

3. Using the right mouse button select “Suppress Body”

2. Select your Cone


Step 2J – Reviewing ResultsStep 2J – Reviewing Results

Review your results using method from previous Exercises


Step 3A – Copy an EnvironmentStep 3A – Copy an Environment

1. Collapse your outline

2. Select your “Environment”

3. Right mouse click and select “Copy”


Step 3B – Paste an EnvironmentStep 3B – Paste an Environment

1. Reselect your “Model”

2. Right mouse click and select “Paste”


Step 3C – Renaming EnvironmentsStep 3C – Renaming Environments

1. Select the new Environment

2. Right mouse click and select “Rename”

3. Rename the Environment “Static Weight Only”


Step 3C – Removing LoadsStep 3C – Removing Loads

1. Expand “Static Weight Only”

2. Select the X and Y Accelerations

3. Right mouse click and select “Delete”


Step 3D – Validating LoadingStep 3D – Validating Loading

Note: Your “Static Weight Only”Environment should now look like this


Step 3E – Adding EnvironmentsStep 3E – Adding Environments

1. Repeat the previous operations until your environment looks like this



Step 4A – Comparing StressesStep 4A – Comparing Stresses

Compare you Equivalent Stress Results using previous methods


Step 4B – Comparing DeformationStep 4B – Comparing Deformation

1. Compare you Deformation Results using previous methods



Step 4C – Saving ResultsStep 4C – Saving Results


2. Select “Exit”



• At this point you have completed Exercises 1 through 4

• You have learned– Model creation– Loads, Constraints and Solutions– Named Selections and Localized Load

Application– Combining and comparing solutions



• Remember:

– Remote loads or Mass Points can be imported from CAD models

– Imprinting can be used on imported CAD models to supporting localized patch loading without modifying the original CAD models

– Remote loads can be transferred to active geometry



AssembliesAnd

Contact

AssembliesAssembliesAndAnd

ContactContact


Introduction – AssembliesIntroduction – Assemblies




with most available CAD systems.• This exercise is designed to introduce you to the

import and use of “Assemblies” and “Contact” in the ANSYS Workbench


PurposePurpose







Using “Assemblies”Using “Assemblies”



• When using attached CAD systems auto-contact generation works with parts imported from from your CAD models.


Using “Contact Regions”Using “Contact Regions”

• Contact regions generated by auto-contact in the ANSYS Workbench allow you to define and refine the relations between various parts in an assembly.

• Contact regions can also be used to define joint relationships for Multi-body dynamics.





…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise4.wbdb…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise4.agdb…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise4.dsdb…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise4.eddb



1. Cloning Projects2. Creating Planes and Sketches3. Building an Assembly4. Configuring Contact5. Re-Scoping Named Selections (supports)6. Solving a modified design


Opening your Exercise4 filesOpening your Exercise4 files

Make sure that the Open: pull-down is set to “Workbench

Projects”

Browse for and Open Exercise4.wbdb


Step 1A _ Renaming ProjectsStep 1A _ Renaming Projects

1. Select “File>Save As” and save your project as “Exerecise5.wbdb”

Note: This Project now references files from Exercise4

2. Left mouse click on the Exercise 4 geometry and open it


Step 1B – Renaming GeometryStep 1B – Renaming Geometry

1. Select “Save As” and save your geometry as “Exercise5.agdb”

2. Select the folder tab and return to the Project Page


Step 1C – Renaming GeometryStep 1C – Renaming Geometry

1. Select (left mouse click) and rename your geometry in the Project Tree

2. Select and open your previous Simulation


Step 1D – Renaming SimulationStep 1D – Renaming Simulation

1. Select “Save As” and save your Simulation as “Exercise5.dsdb”

2. Select the folder tab and return to the Project Page


Step 1E – Validate and SaveStep 1E – Validate and Save

1. Check to make sure that all your files now reflect Exercise 5


3. Select and return to your Geometry


Step 2A – Creating PlanesStep 2A – Creating Planes

1. Select the “XYPlane”

2. Select the New Plane ICON


Step 2B – Offsetting a PlaneStep 2B – Offsetting a Plane

1. Verify the Base Plane (XYPlane)

2. Set the Transform to Offset Z

3. Set the initial Offset Value

4. Set the Offset as a Parameter



Step 2C – Creating a SketchStep 2C – Creating a Sketch

1. Select your new Plane

2. Select the New Sketch ICON 3. Select and open

the Parameter Manager


Step 2C – Planes and ParametersStep 2C – Planes and Parameters

1. Set the offset of your new plane to @Thickness (the thickness of the plate)


3. Select Look At to Orient your Sketch


Step 3A – Creating a PostStep 3A – Creating a Post

1. Close the Parameter Manager2. Switch to

Sketching and Draw Mode

3. Select Circle and insert a circle and the sketch origin


Step 3B – Dimensioning the PostStep 3B – Dimensioning the Post

1. Switch to Dimensions and General

2. Select your circle and dimension its diameter

3. Set the value for your dimension


Step 3C – Post Diam ParameterStep 3C – Post Diam Parameter

1. Set your dimension as a Parameter“PostDiameter”

2. Select “Extrude”


Step 3D – Extruding the PostStep 3D – Extruding the Post

1. Note: Default for all extrusions is “Add Material” in this case we want to create a separate part in an Assembly

2. Set the “Operation” to “Add Frozen” to create

a separate Part

3. Set the depth and Create a Parameter

4. Name the Parameter



Step 3E – Orienting the ModelStep 3E – Orienting the Model

Orient your new view


Step 3F – Define Post SupportStep 3F – Define Post Support

1. Select the base of the post

2. Select “Tools>Named Selections”

3. Name the selection “PostSupport”

5. Select the “Simulation” folder tab



Import NoteImport Note

• If you started Exercise 5 without completing Exercise 4 it is important to remember we are modifying a previous simulation of a fixed plate and mounting the plate on a post.

• Before continuing take time to review the Exercise 4 results before updating the geometry in Simulation


Exercise 4 ResultsExercise 4 Results


Step 4A – Updating GeometryStep 4A – Updating Geometry

1. Select the “Geometry” branch of the “Outline”

2. Update your previous Simulation Geometry


Step 4B – Reviewing ContactsStep 4B – Reviewing Contacts

1. Orient your model view

2. Expand “Contact” in the Outline

3. Select the “Contact Region” auto-generated from the imported geometry

4. Collapse the Outline View by removing the Tack


Step 4C – Setting up ContactsStep 4C – Setting up Contacts

1. Set up your Contact Region as shown

2. Expand the Outline View


Step 5A – Re-Scoping SupportsStep 5A – Re-Scoping Supports

1. Select the first “Fixed Support”

2. Re-scope the Named Selection from “FixedSurfaces” to “PostSupport”


Step 5B – Solving New DesignStep 5B – Solving New Design

1. Repeat the previous operation for the remaing fixed supports



Step 6 – Reviewing ResultsStep 6 – Reviewing Results

1. Compare results as in previous Exercises



Step 4C – Saving ResultsStep 4C – Saving Results





• At this point you have completed Exercises 1 through 5

• You have learned– Model creation– Loads, Constraints and Solutions– Named Selections and Localized Load

Application– Combining and comparing solutions– Assemblies and Contact



• Remember:

– When importing or connecting to CAD systems you can import simple parts or full assemblies

– Contact regions will be created in Simulation for all appropriate regions

– Care should be taken to ensure the proper definition and interaction of these regions in the model



ExploringSimulation

(Part 1)

ExploringExploringSimulationSimulation

(Part 1)(Part 1)


Introduction – SimulationIntroduction – Simulation




with most available CAD systems.• This exercise is designed to introduce you to a

number of the various engineering simulation capabilities of the ANSYS Workbench


PurposePurpose







PrerequisitesPrerequisites

• Before proceeding with this tutorial it is recommended that you have previously completed Exercises 1 through 5 of the ANSYS Workbench.

• Completion of the prior exercises may not be a requirement if you have a current working knowledge of ANSYS Workbench modeling, parameter sharing and simulation capabilities


Reviewing Previous ExercisesReviewing Previous Exercises

• The following materials are intended to provide a summary of previous tutorials and exercises

• If you are unsure of your understanding of these materials you should take the appropriate materials before proceeding with this exercise


ANSYS ED General TutorialANSYS ED General Tutorial

• Introduction – Start Page– Project Page– User Interface

• Workflow• Usage


ANSYS ED General TutorialANSYS ED General Tutorial

• User Interface– Menus– Toolbars– Mouse

Interactions

Ctrl

++++++++

++++++++ Hold


Exercise 1 - BasicsExercise 1 - Basics

• Introduction to Sketching and Modeling

• Introduction to Simulation Basics


Exercise 2 – Dimensions & ParametersExercise 2 – Dimensions & Parameters

• Creating and modifying dimensions

• Naming and exporting parameters

• Working with parameters and equations


Exercise 3 – Named Selections and Localized

Loading

Exercise 3 – Named Selections and Localized

Loading

• Creating surface patches (imprints) to support localized loading

• Using named selections to apply and distribute loads


Exercise 4 – Loads & EnvironmentsExercise 4 – Loads & Environments

• Positioning and applying remote loads

• Copying and creating new Environments

• Evaluating and comparing multiple solutions


Exercise 5 – Assemblies & ContactExercise 5 – Assemblies & Contact

• Creating and working with assemblies

• Using named selections to reassign loads and supports

• Working with and defining part to part contact regions


Exploring SimulationExploring Simulation


• For the purposes of this tutorial we will be using a stable and previous saved version of the files produced in Exercise 5 of this tutorial.

• Again if you have not completed any or all of the previous exercises contained in this tutorial you should do so now.



• Exercise 6A – Loads and Load Steps• Exercise 6B – Modal Analysis• Exercise 6C - Optimization



Before starting Exercise 6 copy the following file to a local working directory

…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise6.wbdb…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise6.agdb…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise6.dsdb…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise6.eddb




Projects”

Browse for and Open Exercise6.wbdb


Examining the ProjectExamining the Project

3. Open the existing geometry

1. Note that the existing project consists of a single model and associated Simulation

2. Note that all parameters, attributes, named selections and material filtering has been selected for import with filters turned off


Examine the Geometric ModelExamine the Geometric Model

1. Review the initial geometry Tree Outline reviewing the creation process

2. Take time to review existing Planes and Sketches


Examine Sketches & ParametersExamine Sketches & Parameters

1. Examine your sketches, dimensions and parameters

2. Select the folder tab and return to Project Page


Examining SimulationExamining Simulation

Select and enter the Project’s Simulation

Note: Our simulation includes:• A plate mounted on a post. • The post is mounted on a moving platform.

• Aircraft, ship, oil rig platform, etc.

• The equipment (not modeled) is mounted by four mounts on the plate.

• The applied (remote) loads (forces) include:• The equipment weight• Force due to acceleration in X & Y


Examine Environments and SolutionsExamine Environments and Solutions

Note: The existing simulation has been developed by defining and solving multiple environments (1 for each load combination)

1. Review the existing Simulation Environments and Solutions


Exercise 6A – Loads and Load StepsExercise 6A – Loads and Load Steps

• Deleting environments• Creating a new Environment• Defining Loads and Supports• Creating Load Steps• Defining required results (Solutions)• Reviewing results• Reviewing Animations• Saving results


Step 1 – Deleting EnvironmentsStep 1 – Deleting Environments

1. Select (left-mouse click) first Environment

2. Select (shift left-mouse click) last item in the Outline

3. Right mouse-click on selected items and select “Delete”

4. Confirm deletion


Step 2 – Create EnvironmentStep 2 – Create Environment

1. Right mouse click on the Model

2. Expand “Insert”

3. Select “New Environment”


Step 3A – Examine the ModelStep 3A – Examine the Model

Review the model

A named selection for the post support

The geometry from the DesignModeler

A Point Mass representing the unmodeled equipment

• Tied to the tip of a suppressed cone imported with the geometry• Applied to the LoadedSurfaces2 named selection

Contact Regions between the plate and post


Step 3B – Examining MassesStep 3B – Examining Masses

Reviewing the solids in the model “Mass” has been calculated based

on Volume and Material


Step 4A – Creating SolutionsStep 4A – Creating Solutions

1. Right mouse click on “Environment”

2. Expand the “Insert” menu and select “New Solution”

3. Set load “Steps” to 8




2. From the “Structural”menu select “Fixed Support”


Step 4C – Using Named SelectionsStep 4C – Using Named Selections

1. Change the “Scoping Method” to Named Selection”

2. Select “PostSupport”


Step 5 – Defining AccelerationsStep 5 – Defining Accelerations

From the “Environment” pop-up menu or the “Structural” pull-down menu select “Acceleration”


Step 6A – Viewing Load Steps Step 6A – Viewing Load Steps

Note: You know have the ability to insert tabular data for Accelerations for each of

your 8 load steps


NoteNote

• Applying accelerations– For purposes of this example we will apply

our accelerations based on global X, Y and Z coordinates.

– In more realistic examples these accelerations would be based on more realistic locations of our masses based on the centers of pitch, roll, etc. of the structure on which your model is mounted


Step 6B – Setting Step ValuesStep 6B – Setting Step Values

For purposes of this exercise set you values for Acceleration for each load step as shown


Step 7A – Defining ResultsStep 7A – Defining Results

Set your solution to return Equivalent Stress from the pop-up or pull-down menus


Step 7B – Defining ResultsStep 7B – Defining Results

1. Set your solution to return Total deformation from the pop-up in the Outline Solution or graphics window or from the Deformation pull-down menu




Select “Equivalent Stress”

Note: The stresses for each load step is now displayed


Step 8B – Retrieving Step ResultsStep 8B – Retrieving Step Results

Note: To view graphic results

1. Select a node on the graph or an item in the load step table

2. Right mouse click and select “Retrieve Results


Step 8C – Animating ResultsStep 8C – Animating Results

1. Select the “Animation” tab

2. Select Solution to be animated

3. Select the play arrow to view results through the defined load steps


Step 9A – Saving the SimulationStep 9A – Saving the Simulation


2. Save your Simulation model as “Exercise6A.dsdb”



Step 9B – Saving GeometryStep 9B – Saving Geometry


2. Save your geometric model as “Exercise6A.agdb”



Step 9C – Saving the ProjectStep 9C – Saving the Project


2. Save your Project as “Exercise6A.wbdb”

Select the folder tab to return to the Project Page



• At this point you have completed Exercises 6A

• You have learned– The use of Mass Points– The application of Acceleration– The use of load steps– The ability to view load step results– The ability to animate solutions containing

multiple load steps



• Remember:


– The methods you have learned can be applied to any geometric model (parametric or not) regardless of its original source


Exercise 6B – Modal AnalysisExercise 6B – Modal Analysis

• Duplicating Environments• Renaming Environments• Removing Loads and Supports• Removing Load Steps• Setting up Modal Solutions• Examining Results• Saving Results


Step 1 – Return to SimulationStep 1 – Return to Simulation

Double left mouse click on your Simulation model to return to

Simulation


Step 2 – Duplicating EnvironmentsStep 2 – Duplicating Environments

1. Right mouse click on the Environment

2. Select “Duplicate”


Step 3 – Deleting Simulation DataStep 3 – Deleting Simulation Data

1. Expand the new Environment

2. Select the Acceleration and Solutions using the left mouse button and control key

3. Use the right mouse button to expose the pop-up menu and select “Delete”


Step 4A – Finding FrequenciesStep 4A – Finding Frequencies

1. Select the Solution in Environment 2

2. From the “Tools” menu select “Frequency finder”


Step 4B – Setting Required ModesStep 4B – Setting Required Modes

1. Set “Max Modes to Find” to 10




1. Examine the various mode frequencies

2. Select the “Animation” tab to animate the various solutions


Step 5B – Tabular ResultsStep 5B – Tabular Results

Select the “Worksheet” tab to view the frequencies in each mode in tabular form


Step 6 – Saving FilesStep 6 – Saving Files

1. Cycle through Simulation, DesignModeler and the Project using “Save As”

2. Save all files as Exercise6B…


Step 7 – Exiting the WorkbenchStep 7 – Exiting the Workbench

Select the “X” in the Window Title Bar


Step 8 – Confirming ExitStep 8 – Confirming Exit

Note: Whenever you attempt to exit the ANSYS Workbench with unsaved files you the Project Page will appear with unsaved items highlighted

Select “Yes: save all highlighted items



• At this point you have completed Exercises 6B

• You have learned– How to use the “Frequency Finder”– How to set the modes to be evaluated– How to examine results

• Static• Animated• Tabular



• Remember:


– The methods you have learned can be applied to any geometric model (parametric or not) regardless of its original source


Exercise 6C – OptimizationExercise 6C – Optimization

• Using the shape finder• Copying models• Modifying models based on results• Setting up Design of Experiments (DOE)• Running DOE• Examining Results• Saving Results



Before starting Exercise 6C copy the following file to a local working directory

…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise6C.wbdb…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise6C.agdb…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise6C.dsdb…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise6C.eddb


Step 1a – Opening the ProjectStep 1a – Opening the Project

1. Set the Start Page file filter to “Workbench Projects”

Browse for and open Exerecise6C.wbdb


Step 1B – Open the SimulationStep 1B – Open the Simulation

Open the Simulation Model


Step 1C – Review the ModelStep 1C – Review the Model

1. Ctrl left mouse click the Fixed Support and Force

2. Review the Environment


Step 2 – Open the Shape FinderStep 2 – Open the Shape Finder

1. Select the Solution

2. Right mouse click and select “Insert>ShapeFinder”


Step 3 – Set Desired TargetStep 3 – Set Desired Target


1. Select “Shape Finder”

2. Set the “Target Reduction” to 60%


Step 4 – Review ResultsStep 4 – Review Results

1. Review the model to examine where material can be removed



Step 5 – Copy GeometryStep 5 – Copy Geometry

1. Select the original geometry

2. Select “Open Copy” to create a new copy of the geometry leaving the original geometry in tack


Step 6 – Unsuppress OperationStep 6 – Unsuppress Operation

1. Note form the “x” that a previously created extrusion has been suppressed


2. Right mouse click and Unsuppress the Extrusion


Step 7 – Review GeometryStep 7 – Review Geometry

Note: The saved sketch and profile have been previously generated to remove unneeded material

Select the tab to return to the Project Page


Step 8 – Open New SimulationStep 8 – Open New Simulation

2. Start a “New Simulation”

1. Verify that you new geometry is selected


Step 9 – Publish ParametersStep 9 – Publish Parameters

1. Select Geometry

2. Note: Two parameters have been imported from your geometry

3. Verify that the Parameters have been published “P” in checkbox


Step 10A – Copying EnvironmentsStep 10A – Copying Environments

1. Shift of Ctrl select left mouse button the Fixed Support and Force from your previous Environment

2. Right mouse click and select “Copy”


Step 10B – Setting SupportsStep 10B – Setting Supports

1. Right mouse click on your new environment and select “Paste”

2. Select the areas of the two mounting holes3. Select the

Fixed Support

4. In the Geometry Selection click Apply


Step 10C – Setting ForcesStep 10C – Setting Forces

1. Select the Face of the hole to be loaded

2. Select the Force

3. In the Geometry Selection click Apply


Step 11 – Setting ResultsStep 11 – Setting Results


2. From the “Stress Menu”select Equivalent Stress

3. Select and insert Total Deformation


Step 12 – Setting Mesh RelevanceStep 12 – Setting Mesh Relevance

1. Select the Mesh

2. Set the Relevance to “0”

3. Select Solve



1. Examine Results


2. Using the checkbox publish “P” the Maximum Stress


Step 14 – Opening a DOEStep 14 – Opening a DOE

1. Verify that your latest Simulation is selected

2. Select Design of Experiments


Step 14 – Setting BoundsStep 14 – Setting Bounds

1. Select Bracket Thickness

2. Set the Lower Bound to 24

3. Select “Run>Process DOE Designs


Step 15A – Reviewing ResponsesStep 15A – Reviewing Responses

1. From the resulting views select “Responses”

2. Move the mouse over the response surface observing the input parameters


Step 15B – Reviewing Design PointsStep 15B – Reviewing Design Points

1. Select Automatic Design Points

2. Select various points examining results


Step 15C – Review GeometryStep 15C – Review Geometry

1. Select Geometry

2. Select various points examining geometry changes


Step 16 – Selecting a DesignStep 16 – Selecting a Design

1. Note: Once you find your desired solution in this case 24 and 92 record the information


Step 17 – Saving DOE FilesStep 17 – Saving DOE Files

1. Select “File>Save”

2. Select the folder tab to return to the Simulation


Step 18 – Setting ParametersStep 18 – Setting Parameters

1. Set the parameters to 24 and 92 based on your DOE results

2. Select Solve



Examine the results


Step 20 – Updating GeometryStep 20 – Updating Geometry

1. Select “Geometry”

2. Select “Update: Use Simulation Parameters” to update your geometry



Step 21 – Reviewing GeometryStep 21 – Reviewing Geometry

1. Open Parameters

2. Note: Your geometry has been updated to match your experiment



Step 22 – Saving FilesStep 22 – Saving Files





• At this point you have completed Exercises 6C

• You have learned– How to use the “Shape Finder”– How to publish parameters for DOE– How to use response surfaces– How to set up a DOE solution and

• Update Simulations and Results• Update CAD or DesignModeler Geometry


Additional ExercisesAdditional Exercises

• If you wish to learn more about various types of Simulations continue with Exercise 6 – Part 2



ExploringSimulation

(Part 2)

ExploringExploringSimulationSimulation

(Part 2)(Part 2)


Exercise 6 – Part 2 IntorductionExercise 6 – Part 2 Intorduction

• This part of the ANSYS ED Workbench Tutorial is intended to be taken after completing Exercises 1 through 6C

• Individual exercises in this section can be taken however if you have a basic working knowledge of ANSYS Workbench

• The basic purpose of these exercises is to provide simple examples on how to perform different types of Simulation


ContentsContents

• Exercises in this tutorial cover the following:– Steady State and Transient Thermal

Simulation (Exercise 6D)– Linear Buckling (Exercise 6E)– Stress Life Fatigue (Exercise 6F)– Solving with 2D and 3D Symmetry

(Exercise 6G)


Exercise 6D - OutlineExercise 6D - Outline

• Setting Materials and Units• Applying Loads and Constraints• Setting up a Steady State Solution• Solution and Results• Applying Transient Conditions• Setting up a Transient Solution• Transient Solutions and Results• Saving the Project



Before starting Exercise 6D copy the following file to a local working directory

…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise6D.wbdb…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise6D.agdb…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise6D.dsdb…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise6D.eddb




Projects”

Browse for and Open Exercise6D.wbdb


Examining the ProjectExamining the Project

3. Open a “New Simulation”

1. Note that the existing project consists of a single model

2. Note that all parameters, attributes, named selections and material filtering has been selected for import with filters turned off


Step 1A – Review the ModelStep 1A – Review the Model

2. Note the imprinted surface patches on one side of the model

1. Orient the model for visualization


Step 1B – Change the MaterialStep 1B – Change the Material

Select the Solid Geometry

Under the Material select Import…

Select Polyethylene Click “OK”


Step 1C – Set Simulation UnitsStep 1C – Set Simulation Units

1. Set your Units as shown


Step 2A – Insert Heat FluxStep 2A – Insert Heat Flux


2. Right mouse click and select “Insert>Heat Flux”


Step 2B – Set Heat Flux ValueStep 2B – Set Heat Flux Value

2. Set the Heat Flux Units to 1e-003

1. Select the Heat Flux


Step 2C – Add ConvectionStep 2C – Add Convection

1. Select to bottom surface opposite the Heat Flux and the five side faces

2. Right mouse click and select “Insert>Convection”


Step 2C – Set CorrelationStep 2C – Set Correlation

1. Select Convection

2. Under Correlation select Import…

3. Select Stagnant Air –Vertical Planes1

4. Click “OK”


Step 2D – Set Convection ValueStep 2D – Set Convection Value

1. Set the Ambient Temperation to 20 degrees C

2. Right click and insert another Convection


Step 2F – Add 2nd ConvectionStep 2F – Add 2nd Convection

1. Select the two faces surrounding the Heat Flux

3. Select Correlation and Import…

2. Select Geometry and Apply

4. Select Stagnant Air –Vertical Planes

5. Click “OK”


Step 2G – Set Convection ValueStep 2G – Set Convection Value

2. Set the Ambient Temperature of the new Convection to 40 degrees C


Step 3 – Set Required ResultsStep 3 – Set Required Results

1. Select the Solution 2. For results in the Thermal Menu select “Temperature” and then “Total Heat Flux”

3. Select Solve


Step 4A – Graphic ResultsStep 4A – Graphic Results

Review your results


Step 4B – Tabular ResultsStep 4B – Tabular Results


2. Select the Worksheet

3. Review the tabular data related to your Simulation


Thermal TransientsThermal Transients

• At this point in the Exercise you have completed a steady state of thermal analysis of the iron

• The remainder of this exercise will set up and complete a transient analysis based on your results


Step 5A – Setting Up TransientsStep 5A – Setting Up Transients

1. Select your Temperature Solution

2. Right mouse click and select Generate Transient Environment with Initial Conditions


Step 5B – Transient EnvironmentsStep 5B – Transient Environments

Note the creation of your Thermal Transient Environment


Step 5C – Creating History DataStep 5C – Creating History Data

1. Select the Heat Flux

2. Set “Define As” to “Load History”

3. Under “History Data”select “New Load History”


Step 5D – Loading DataStep 5D – Loading Data

1. Enter the Heat Flux vs. Time values as shown above


Step 6 – Setting Up ResultsStep 6 – Setting Up Results

1. Select “Transient Settings”

2. Toggle off all but Heat Flux as Visible and Active

3. Return to the “Thermal Transient”




1. Review your results

Take note of the Timeline and Tabular Data


Step 7B – Reviewing Time StepsStep 7B – Reviewing Time Steps

1. Select a point of interest in the Timeline

2. Right click and Retrieve Results to update Graphic and Tabular Data


Step 7C – Using Tabular DataStep 7C – Using Tabular Data

You can also select an item in the table and right click to Retrieve Results


Step 7D – Plotting ResultsStep 7D – Plotting Results

1. Expand the Solution Information

2. Select Temperature –Global Maximum 3. Open the Worksheet to

view a plot of the results


Step 7F – Using ProbesStep 7F – Using Probes

To examine local results in your model you can insert Probes

1. Select your Solution

2. Right click and select “Insert>Probe Tool>Probe”

3. Drag and drop desired Probes

4. Solve and Review Results

Return to the Project Page


Step 8 – Saving the ProjectStep 8 – Saving the Project


2. Select “Close Project”


Congratulations Congratulations

• You have completed Exercise 6D– Thermal Steady State Simulation– Thermal Transient Simulation

• The next Exercise (6E) covers– Structural Buckling


Exercise 6E - OutlineExercise 6E - Outline

• Opening a model• Setting Unit Load and Constraints• Setting up a Buckling Mode Solution• Reviewing Results• Setting up actual loads• Setting up the Solution• Reviewing Results• Saving the Project



Before starting Exercise 6E copy the following file to a local working directory

…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise6E.wbdb…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise6E.agdb…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise6E.dsdb…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise6E.eddb


Step 1A – Opening the ProjectStep 1A – Opening the Project

Browse for and open Exercise6E.wbdb


Step 1B – Creating a SimulationStep 1B – Creating a Simulation

1. Select the geometry

2. Open a New Simulation


Step 2A – Creating SupportsStep 2A – Creating Supports

2. Select the face at one end of the angle iron

1. Select the Environment

3. Right click and insert a Fixed Support


Step 2B – Applying a Unit LoadStep 2B – Applying a Unit Load

1. Select the opposing end of the angle iron

2. Right click and insert a Force

3. Set “Define By”to “Components”

4. Set Z to -1 N

5. Verify Force Direction


Step 3A – Creating a SolutionStep 3A – Creating a Solution


2. Right click and select “Insert Buckling”

3. Select Solve


Step 3B – Reviewing 1st ModeStep 3B – Reviewing 1st Mode

Review your first Normal Mode Results


Step 3C – Duplicating EnvironmentStep 3C – Duplicating Environment


Right click and select “Duplicate”


Step 3D – Applying New ForceStep 3D – Applying New Force

1. Select the Force

2. Set the Z Component to -100 N


Step 3F – Adding Buckling ModesStep 3F – Adding Buckling Modes

1. Expand the Solution

2. Select Buckling

3. Set “Max Modes to find to 4

Set the display to 4 Panes5. Select Solve


Step 4 – Reviewing ModesStep 4 – Reviewing Modes

1. Alternate selecting each view and the Mode to display


Step 5 – Duplicating EnvironmentStep 5 – Duplicating Environment

1. Select your second Environment

2. Right click and select “Duplicate”


Step 6A – Deleting SolutionStep 6A – Deleting Solution

1. Select the new Solution

2. Select Buckling

3. Right click and select “Delete”


Step 6B – Solving for StressStep 6B – Solving for Stress

1. Select a single pane


3. Right click and select “Insert>Stress>Equivalent Stress


Step 6C – Solving for DeformationStep 6C – Solving for Deformation


2. Right click and select “Insert>Deformation>Total”



1. Select a two view display

2. Alternating between views and results display Equivalent Stress and Total Deformation in each view




1. Select “File>Save All”

2. Select “File>Close Project”



• You have completed Exercise 6E– Normalized Buckling– Buckling Under Loads– Stress and deformation under

Compression• The next Exercise (6F) deals with stress-life

fatigue


Exercise 6F - OutlineExercise 6F - Outline

• Opening a Project• Defining the Environment• Defining a Fatigue Solution• Reviewing Initial Results• Applying History Data• Expanding Fatigue Results• Reviewing Fatigue Outputs• Saving the Project



Before starting Exercise 6F copy the following file to a local working directory

…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise6F.wbdb…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise6F.agdb…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise6F.dsdb…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise6F.eddb



Browse for and open Exercise6F.wbdb


Step 1B – Creating a SimulationStep 1B – Creating a Simulation


2. Open a “New Simulation”


Step 1C – Reviewing the ModelStep 1C – Reviewing the Model

Review and Orient the Model


Step 2A – Component ForceStep 2A – Component Force


3. Right click and select “Insert>Force”

2. Select the face to be loaded

4. Set “Define By” to “Components”

5. Set the Z Component to -4500 N


Step 2B – Cylindrical SupportsStep 2B – Cylindrical Supports

2. Select the faces of the two bolt holes


3. Right click and select “Insert>Cylindrical Support”


Step 2C – Cylindrical ConstraintStep 2C – Cylindrical Constraint

1. Set “Radial” = Fixed“Axial” = Free“Tangential” = Free


Step 2D – Fixed SupportStep 2D – Fixed Support

1. Select the face of the piston pin hole

2. Right click and select “Insert>Fixed Support”


Step 2E – Validate EnvironmentStep 2E – Validate Environment

1. Shift or Ctrl left mouse click and select the components of

the Environment

2. Visually validate the model


Step 3A – Set Stress ResultStep 3A – Set Stress Result


2. Right click and select “Insert>Stress>Equivalent Stress”


Step 3B – Set Deformation ResultStep 3B – Set Deformation Result



Step 3C – Insert Fatigue ToolStep 3C – Insert Fatigue Tool

1. Right click and select “Insert>Fatigue>Fatigue Tool”


Step 3D – Fatigue ConditionsStep 3D – Fatigue Conditions

1. Set the Fatigue Strength Factor to 0.8

2. Set the Type to “Fully Reversed”

3. Set the Analysis Type to “Stress Life”

4. Set the Stress Component to Equivalent (Von Mises)


Step 3E – Safety FactorStep 3E – Safety Factor

1. Select the “Fatique Tool”

2. Right click and select “Insert>Safety Factor”


Step 3F – Setting Design LifeStep 3F – Setting Design Life

Set the Design Life to 1e6


Step 3E – Fatigue SensitivityStep 3E – Fatigue Sensitivity

1. Right click and select “Insert>Fatigue Sensitivity”


Step 3F – Setting SensitivityStep 3F – Setting Sensitivity

1. Set the Lower Variation to 50%

Set the Upper Variation to 200%


Step 3G – Biaxial IndicationsStep 3G – Biaxial Indications

1. Select the Fatigue Tool

1. Right click and select “Insert>BiaxialityIndication”

3. Select Solve


Step 4A – Examining ResultsStep 4A – Examining Results

1. Select a four view layout

2. Alternating between view selection and result selection review your results


Step 4B – Sensitivity PlotsStep 4B – Sensitivity Plots

1. Select “Fatigue Sensitivity” to view the life versus load history curve


Step 5A – Create History SolutionStep 5A – Create History Solution


2. Right click and select “Insert>Fatigue>FatigueTool”


Step 5B – Defining History InputsStep 5B – Defining History Inputs

1. Set the Fatigue Strength Factor to 0.8

2. Set the Type to “History Data”

3. Browse for and open “SAEBracketHistory.dat” as the History Data Location

Set the Scale Factor 5e-3 and the Theory to Goodman


Step 5C – Set History SolutionStep 5C – Set History Solution

1. Set the Scale Factor 5e-3

2. Set the Mean Stress Theory to Goodman

3. Set the Stress Component to “Signed Von Mises”

4. Set the Bin Size to 32


Step 6A – Set Results (Life)Step 6A – Set Results (Life)

1. Select the new Fatigue Tool

2. Right click and select “Insert>Life”


Step 6B – Result (Safety Factor)Step 6B – Result (Safety Factor)


2. Right click and select “Insert>Safety Factor”


Step 6C – Safety Factor LifeStep 6C – Safety Factor Life

1. Set the Design Life to 1000


Step 6D – Fatigue SensitivityStep 6D – Fatigue Sensitivity

1. Select the new Fatigue Tool

2. Right click and select “Fatigue Sensitivity”


Step 6E – Sensitivity VariationStep 6E – Sensitivity Variation

1. Set the Lower Variation to 50%

Set the Upper Variation to 200%


Step 6F – Biaxial IndicationStep 6F – Biaxial Indication


2. Right click and select “Biaxial Indication”


Step 6G – Rainflow MatrixStep 6G – Rainflow Matrix


2. Right click and select “Rainflow Matrix”


Step 6F – Damage MatrixStep 6F – Damage Matrix


2. Right click and select “Damage Matrix”


Step 6G – Damage Matrix LifeStep 6G – Damage Matrix Life

1. Set the Design Life in the Damage Matrix to 1000

2. Select Solve


Step 7A – Examing ResultsStep 7A – Examing Results

Select a four view layout



Step 7B – Life/Load History PlotStep 7B – Life/Load History Plot

1. Select Fatigue Sensitivity to plot Life versus Load History


Step 7C – The Rainflow MatrixStep 7C – The Rainflow Matrix

1. Select the Rainflow Matrix

Note: The majority of cycle counts are for low mean stress and low stress amplitude


Step 7D – The Damage MatrixStep 7D – The Damage Matrix

1. Select the Damage Matrix

Note: The medium stress amplitude cycles cause the most damage at critical locations




1. Select “File>Save All” to save your Project

2. Select “File>Close Project” to exit your Project



• You have completed Exercise 6F– Stress-Life Fatigue– Stress-Life based on History Data– Result Definition– Result Review including Rainflow and

Damage Matrix output• The next Exercise (6F) deals with the use of

Symmetry when performing Simulations


Exercise 6G - OutlineExercise 6G - Outline

• Opening the Project• Defining 3D Environment and Solution• Reviewing Results• Creating a 3D Symmetric Segment• Defining and Solving 3D Symmetry• Reviewing Results Based on Symmetry• Creating a 2D Symmetry Plane• Defining and Solving a 2D Solution• Reviewing and Saving Results



Before starting Exercise 6G copy the following file to a local working directory

…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise6G.wbdb…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise6G.agdb…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise6G.dsdb…\ANSYS ED Tutorial\Samples\Exercise6G.eddb



Browse for and open exercise6G.wbdb


Step 1B – Creating a SolutionStep 1B – Creating a Solution


2. Start a New Simulation


Step 2A – Defining Fixed SupportStep 2A – Defining Fixed Support

2. Select the outer face of the retaining ring

2. Right click and select “Insert>Fixed Support”



Step 2B – Compression SupportStep 2B – Compression Support

1. Select the based of the pressure cap

2. Right click and select “Insert>Compression Only Support”


Step 2C – Applying PressureStep 2C – Applying Pressure


2. Right click and select “Insert>Pressure”


Step 2D – Pressure and LimitsStep 2D – Pressure and Limits

1. Select one face of the cap interior

2. From the toolbar select “Extend to Limits”

3. Select “Geometry”and Apply”

4. Set the Magnitude to 1 MPa


Step 2E – Validating LimitsStep 2E – Validating Limits

1. Validate that the Pressure has been applied to the entire interior of the Cap


Step 2F – Validating InputsStep 2F – Validating Inputs

1. Shift or Ctrl and left mouse click Environmental Items

2. Validate your loads and constraints


Step 2G – Stress RequirementsStep 2G – Stress Requirements


2. Right click and select “Insert>Stress>Equivalent (Von Mises)”


Step 2H – DeformationStep 2H – Deformation




Step 2J – Set Contact TypeStep 2J – Set Contact Type

1. Expand and select the “Contact Region”

2. Set the Contact Type to “Frictionless”


Meshing NoteMeshing Note

• In the remainder of this exercise meshing conditions will be applied to insure that the problem can be solved within the 1000 element constraint of ANSYS ED

• These actions would not be required using the standard ANSYS products

• The intent is to demonstrate process but the accuracy of results will vary between solutions


Step 2K – Sizing the MeshStep 2K – Sizing the Mesh

1. Select the Mesh

4. Right click and select “Insert>Sizing”

2. Set the Mesh Relevance to -100 (this will reduce mesh and solution accuracy)

3. Select the two solids


Step 2L – Set Element SizeStep 2L – Set Element Size

1. Set the Element Size to 50 mm

2. Select Solve



1. Select a two view layout




3D Symmetry3D Symmetry

• Symmetry is a way to reduce the size and improve the performance of Simulations

• Symmetry can be applied to both simple and complex models which can be segmented into equal and components in terms of shape, loads and constraints

• This next portion of this exercise will take our simple model and divide it into four symmetric components for Simulation


Step 4 – Copying GeometryStep 4 – Copying Geometry

1. Select the existing DesignModeler geometry

2. Select Open Copy


Step 4B – Set the Sketch PlaneStep 4B – Set the Sketch Plane



3. Select the Face Sketch ICON

4. Select Sketching mode


Step 4C – Defining a CutStep 4C – Defining a Cut

1. Select Draw Line

2. Draw two lines projecting from an axis of symmetry through the extents of the solids

3. Select Dimensions


Step 4D – Dimension the SegmentStep 4D – Dimension the Segment

1. Select Angle

2. Select the 2 lines and drag and drop a dimension3. Set the angle to 30

4. Select the check box

5. Name the parameter “AngleOfSymmetry”and click “OK”

6. Select Extrude


Step 4F – Slicing the SegmentStep 4F – Slicing the Segment

1. Set the Operation to “Slice Material”

2. Set Direction to “Both Symmetric”

3. Set the Depth to 50

4. Set As Thin Surface to Yes

5. Set Thickness’ to 0

7. Return to Modeling Mode

6. Select Generate


Step 4G – Suppressing SolidsStep 4G – Suppressing Solids

1. Expand Parts in the Outline

2. Shift or Ctrl left mouse click and select solids that are not to be a part of the Simulation

3. Right click and select “Suppress Body”


Step 5A – Defining a SolutionStep 5A – Defining a Solution

1. Select the new geometry

2. Select New Simulation


Step 5B – Deleting DefaultsStep 5B – Deleting Defaults

1. Select the New Environment



Step 5C – Copying EnvironmentStep 5C – Copying Environment

1. Select your previous Environment

2. Right click and select “Copy”


Step 5D – Pasting EnvironmentStep 5D – Pasting Environment

1. Select the new Model

2. Right click and select “Paste”


Step 5E – Attach SupportStep 5E – Attach Support

1. Select the Fixed Support

2. Select the outer face of the retaining ring

3. Select Apply


Step 5F – Attach Next SupportStep 5F – Attach Next Support

1. Select the Compression Only Support

2. Select the base of the pressure cap

3. Select Apply


Step 5G – Attach PressureStep 5G – Attach Pressure

1. Select the Pressure

2. Select the interior of the pressure cap

4. Select Apply

3. Select Extend to Limits


Step 5H – Add Frictionless SupportsStep 5H – Add Frictionless Supports

1. Select the faces comprising symmetry

2. Right click and select “Insert>Frictionless Support”

3. Select Solve


Step 6 – Review ResultsStep 6 – Review Results





Step 7A – Copying GeometryStep 7A – Copying Geometry

1. Select the original geometry

Select “Open Copy”


Step 7B – Defining a SketchStep 7B – Defining a Sketch

Note: To use 2D axis-symmetric Simulation you need to create a profile in positive X of the global coordinate system



4. Select Sketching Mode


Step 7C – Defining a CutStep 7C – Defining a Cut

1. Select Draw Line

2. Draw 2 lines from the origin of the sketch in the directions of the global +X an +Z axis

Select Extrude


Step 7D – Cutting the ModelStep 7D – Cutting the Model

1. Set the Operation to “Slice Material”

2. Set Direction to “Both Symmetric”

3. Set the Depth to 50

4. Set As Thin Surface to Yes

5. Set Thickness’ to 0

7. Return to Modeling Mode

6. Select Generate


Step 7F – Suppressing SolidsStep 7F – Suppressing Solids

1. Select the two larger segments of the cap and ring

2. Right click and select “Suppress Body”


Step 7F – Defining 2D ModelStep 7F – Defining 2D Model

1. Select the planes of symmetry corresponding to the global +X axis

2. Select Apply

3. Set Thickness to 0

4. Select Generate


Step 7F – Verifying OrientationStep 7F – Verifying Orientation

1. Verify that the faces lie in the positive X vector and XY plane of the global coordinate system



Step 8A – Creating a 2D SimulationStep 8A – Creating a 2D Simulation

1. Select the latest geometry

2. Expand Advanced Geometry Defaults

3. Set Analysis Type to 2-D

4. Select New Simulation


Step 8B – Deleting DefaultsStep 8B – Deleting Defaults




Step 8C – Copying EnvironmentStep 8C – Copying Environment

1. Select the previous Environment

2. Right click and select “Copy”


Step 8D – Pasting EnvironmentStep 8D – Pasting Environment

1. Select the new Model

2. Right click and select “Paste”


Step 8F – Attaching SupportStep 8F – Attaching Support

1. Select the Fixed Support

2. Select the outer edge of the retaining ring

3. Select Apply


Step 8G – Attaching Next SupportStep 8G – Attaching Next Support

1. Select the Compression Only Support

2. Select the base of the pressure cap

3. Select Apply


Step 8H – Attaching PressureStep 8H – Attaching Pressure

1. Select the Pressure

2. Select the 3 edges of the inner cap3. Select Apply


Step 8J – Define AxisStep 8J – Define Axis

1. Select the Frictionless Support

2. Select the axis of symmetry

3. Select Apply


Step 8K – Set Contact TypeStep 8K – Set Contact Type

1. Select the Contact Region

2. Set the Type to Frictionless

3. Select Solve


Step 9A – Review ResultsStep 9A – Review Results





Step 9B – Save the ProjectStep 9B – Save the Project

1. Select Save All

Select “Exit”



• At this point you should have completed Exercises 1 through 6G of the ANSYS ED Workbench Tutorial

• While you have only visited a limited set of ANSYS Workbench functionality, you should have developed enough experience to explore additional features

• We hope you have enjoyed your experiences


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• If you wish to learn more about the ANSYS Workbench or more comprehensive training:– Contact your ANSYS technology supplieror– Visit www.ansys.com

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