Composite Force Application

Altair Forum User
Altair Forum User
Altair Employee
edited October 2020 in Community Q&A

Hi,

 

I know this is a very basic question but still, I need some clarifications. Let's say I have an 8-ply rectangular composite and is subjected to 52kN of axial force on the cross-sectional area. However, I modelled the composite in shell and assigned the thickness properties in HyperLaminate. 

 

The question is when I apply the force of 52kN on the edge of the shell, will each and every ply will be subjected to 52kN OR the 52kN force must be divided (let's say 9 edges) before assigning to the shell ? I am confused with this so your help will be much appreciated. 

 

Thanks.  

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  • Altair Forum User
    Altair Forum User
    Altair Employee
    edited November 2018

    Hi Evan,

     

    I never really did something to find out what is the load distribution like.

     

    But the strongest will take more load compared to the others. 

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