Hyperelastic Analysis Using OptiStruct

Mohan Parthasarathy

In this document, Hyperelastic analysis using OptiStruct is presented with a comparison of different material models and 4 applications involving Hyperelastic material.

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Single Element Virtual Tests

 

 

Rubber Ring (Ogden N=3, All Three Treloar Test Data)

 

 

Axisymmetric Rubber Seal (Ogden N=3, All Three Treloar Test Data)

 

 

Solid Rubber Tire Compression (Ogden N=3, All Three Treloar Test Data)

 

 

Rolling Fatigue Virtual Test (Ogden N=3, All Three Treloar Test Data)