Topology Optimization on a membran

Altair Forum User

Hi everyone, 

 

I am currently trying to run a topology optimization on a membran to find a suitable design for a mechanical sensor. The membran is constrained on all 4 edges and a force is affecting the centre of the membran in x-, y-, and z-direction. I followed the instructions of Altairs youtube movies, but although having tried several versions, I still cannot run the optimization. Is there anyone who could support me here? Currently, I am the only one using Hyperworks at our campus. It is actually urgent work.

 

Thanks in advance and best regards, 

Hendrikje

Rahul Rajan_21763

Could you share us .fem and .out file?

Altair Forum User

Hi Rahul, 

 

sure, here you are. 

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Rahul Rajan_21763

I see there are too many error in your model.First check the dimension of the model is as per expectation or not?After assigning material property check the mass of the model.

I see some duplicate SPCD entries & negligible force on loadcase 2.

So first check the dimension & mass of the model.

Altair Forum User

Hi @R. Neumann

 

 

Try this file, Also check the dimensions/units of the model. 

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