Connecting Shell element & Solid element

Altair Forum User

I want know, how the connecting 2D & 3D elements by Hex/Penta elements & when to use of Rigid elements (RBE)? Where the use of types of RBE? 

QuyNguyenDai

One screenshot for better understanding your question?

tinh

Or refer some topics first

 

Altair Forum User

Hi Frnds,

 

i need to know what is difference between RBE2 and RBE3 element. Anybody please give answer.

tinh

Altair Forum User said:

Hi Frnds,

 

i need to know what is difference between RBE2 and RBE3 element. Anybody please give answer.

 

RBE2 == Stiff

RBE3 != Stiff

So different

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Altair Forum User

thank u for your ans. but don't get clearly. can you explain in detail plzz.

QuyNguyenDai

http://www.stressebook.com/rbe2-vs-rbe3/

http://www.eng-tips.com/viewthread.cfm?qid=149522

 

Altair Forum User

Any proper viedo or tutorial ?

Altair Forum User

Hi,

In simple terms RBE2 adds stiffness to the body and thereby it will not deform, that is the body will be rigid whereas for RBE3 the body will be deformable.

Please go through https://connect.altair.com/CP/SA/training/self_paced/aero_v13/PDF/chapter7_demonstration.pdf which is an example covering the basics behind the creation and visualization of 1D elements, ranging from simple rigid entities to more complex 1D elements.

For more please go through Practical Aspects of Finite Element Simulation (A Study Guide) ebook where these concepts are covered.