How to apply pressure to shell elements?

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

How can I apply pressure load directly to elements, without creating a surface? My model is imported from an LS-DYNA deck using the drop test module and has no solid geometry so I cannot create a surface. I have elements already in a set.

 

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  • Simon Križnik
    Simon Križnik Altair Community Member
    edited July 2018

    Hi,

     

    the procedure to apply pressure to shell elements:

    -create contact surface on shell elements (mind the normal orientation) using surfSeg card image

    or use SURF card image surface set

    -create a curve defining pressure vs. time

    -in BC's manager (under Utility) select type Pressure load and reference surface set/contact surface and curve 

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