Dear hyperworks users,
Currently I am working on a size optimization of a truss structure. I would like to investigate if it is possible to apply a wind pressure onto this structure.
I have defined a line model which is modeled with Cbeam elements in Hypermesh. Now I would like to apply a pressure force at one side of the structure, which would be the wind pressure.
On the internet I have found the description in the picture below, does this mean that I would have to convert my wind pressure into a force which then must be applied as a distributed force on the elements. This would then be an approximation due to the fact that the lateral surface area of the truss structure depends on the outcome of the size optimization. Can someone confirm me if this is the right procedure to solve this problem? Thanks in advance!
Regards, Mike
