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How to define cyclic symmetry for Transient Structural Analysis in Mechanical?

Tagged: cyclic-symmetry, Transient Structural Analysis
    • June 6, 2022 at 9:58 am
      FAQFAQ
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      Cyclic symmetry for transient structural analysis can be realized by inserting a Command Snippet with command CPCYC under “Transient” of “Tree Outline” of the model. Example:
      /prep7
      cpcyc,all,,1,,90 !!! cylindrical coordinate system 1, location increments 90 degree
      allsel,all
      /solu

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