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V2024 Normal feature
Hello I am currently using version 19, but I am trying to adapt to the newly changed UI (v2024). There are some features that work in version 19 but not in v2024. It is a normal function of element. As you all know, in version 19, I work as follows. Create a 2D shell mesh, select all elements in the adjust option, select…
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Optistruct Material Non-linear analysis - facing high cutbacks due to large strain
Hi, I am working on an analysis that involves high stress and strain in the material. I have assigned non-linear material with material curve defined through TABLES1 and assigned at MATS1 in the material. following is the error I am getting: I am using Optistruct as a solver. Can anybody help me with this? I have used…
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2D Axisymmetric – Line-to-Line Contact in HyperMesh v2024?
Hello everyone, I’m currently working on a 2D axisymmetric simulation in Altair HyperMesh where I want to model the nonlinear penetration of a hard cutting edge into a softer elastomeric sealing material. The goal is to capture the realistic contact behavior during the initial intrusion and deformation phase. I came across…
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ELEMENT IS SWITCHED TO SMALL STRAIN OPTION
i do some disc brake analysis and this happen to me but im not understand, can someone tell me the problem to fix this analysis? MESSAGE ID : 259 ** WARNING ZERO OR NEGATIVE VOLUME: 3D-ELEMENT ID: 312004 ELEMENT IS SWITCHED TO SMALL STRAIN OPTION MESSAGE ID : 259 ** WARNING ZERO OR NEGATIVE VOLUME: 3D-ELEMENT ID: 262886…
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Can you choose the SLC version to start in Analytics Workbench?
I have SLC v2024.2 and v2025.0 installed alongside Analytics Workbench v2024.2 and v2025.0. However, whether I access SLC from Analytics Workbench v2024.2 or v2025.0, I always start the SLC v2025.0 Local Server. Can you choose the SLC version to start in Analytics Workbench? Is there a settings file associated with…
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CV Joint Performance and Durability in MotionSolve
Introduction In the world of automotive engineering, the performance and reliability of drivetrains relies on the design and performance of constant velocity (CV) joints. These critical components facilitate smooth torque transfer while accommodating varying angles between connected shafts, making their implementation…
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How to change the varname of a new reference entity for a pre-existing assembly in MotionView 2024?
Hello everyone, currently I am trying to build a two wheeler model in MotionView 2024 with the help of the reference model provided. When I am adding a new reference entity like point, body, joint etc. I am able to change the label but not able to change the varname. If I try to change, it is showing an error stating that…
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Simulation
Simulation by joining two different magnets having different magnetic properties. Possible or not?
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Errors in Fluid-Structure Interaction Analysis Using HyperMeshCFD (2024) and Optistruct (2024)
Hello everyone, I am working on a fluid-structure interaction analysis of pressure wave propagation using HyperMeshCFD and Optistruct. When I ran the calculation, The following error statement appeared in the computer console of the fem file. (also described in png file) " StdErr output from the solver: External Code via…
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I have a question about the panopticon screen configuration and input settings.
First, I attached a short video, so please check it out. The versions I am currently using are as follows. AI Hub (+ panopticon) = 2024.1, AI Studio = 2025.0.1 First, I created a model with test data that predicts 2 real outputs and 1 category output with 4 real inputs and 1 category input using AI studio (A~D, F > P1~P3)…
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Why it is not showing stress value for the nodes which shares it with multiple components ?
When I try to measure stress value(stress plot) through Measure —> Nodal Contour for the nodes after isolating any particular component which shares nodes with some other components will not show stress value instead it will show NA. If you try the same scenario in the old version like 2019,2021 or 2022 it will work…
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** ERROR - RUN NAME is NOT DEFINED
Getting an error while solving the Impact case in RADIOSS v2024. WARNING ** RUN NUMBER FOUND IN/ RUN CARD FROM INPUT FILE RUN NUMBER IGNORED ** ERROR - RUN NAME IS NOT DEFINED RUN TERMINATED I had apply all required cards including the engRUN and Begincard etc.. where i had signified the runname also . But still getting…
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Importing custom python modules for Hypermesh 2024
I am writing a python script that attempts to import custom python modulus that I wrote. When I run my main python script that imports these modules from within Hypermesh 2024, I get an error "ModuleNotFoundError: No module named 'module_name_here'". Do I have to place my custom module into hypermesh's python module file…
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Flux 2024 Licence Server in Batch Mode
Hello all, my company switched to Flux 2024 recently and since the change I cannot start Flux via Batch script anymore. Flux is not able to find the license file. However, we use a license server. If I start a simulation from a normal project odder try to run a Python script directly all is OK. When in batch mode Flux…
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When I am importing. SLDASM in V2024 Hypermesh Optistrut. Why is It not supporting the file?
After importing this file, I am not able to see cad file of the model and I am not able perform any function on that why?
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Optimizing Dynamic Systems Interacting with Particulate Materials : EDEM-MotionSolve
The combination of EDEM (Altair’s DEM high performance solver) and MotionSolve (Altair’s Multi-Body Dynamics solver) unlock great potential to optimize equipment that interacts with particulate material. DEM can be used to simulate soil, aggregates, ore, or even biological material like crops. Building physical prototypes…
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Default settings for Member Mesh
Hello, I have a more or less simple question. Is there a possibility to define the default settings for the Memeber Mesh module? Maybe by using the hm_custom.tcl or a custom extension? Regards Stefan
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Load by Equation
Summary: If you want to know how to apply a load (force, pressure) using an equation (varying over a position), this is the article for you. A common request is "how can I apply a load like this one?" Figure 1: Pressure on a ship panel. Figure 2: Sinusoidal force. Discussion: Defining of an equation Creating a local system…
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Remove Student Edition License(EDEM) already fixed
Already got it! Hello, my problem is in removing the student license for EDEM. I activated the student license on my pc, but now i got a full license over a vpn connection. But everytime i am installing it, it says student edition. I cant use the full license. Thanks
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Issue with "Expression Error" in Hypermesh NVH2024 Correlation - Optimization
Hello, I am using the Correlation - Optimization function in Hypermesh NVH2024 (the successor to NVH Director) and encountered an "Expression Error" that I would like to resolve. To accurately model the FEM system, I am comparing the Modal Assurance Criterion (MAC) between experimental modal analysis results and simulation…
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How can I retrieve the element ID as shown in the entity editor via *createmark
Hello, I have a model where the same element ID is used for structural elements (Cquad) and cweld elements. I want to retrieve the element IDs of all cwelds in the model in tcl, so I used *createmark elem 2 "by config type" 0 mass CWELD But now I retrieve other IDs than the ones visible in the entity editor for the cwelds.…
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Printout: Keyboard Shortcuts / Quick Tips - Altair HyperMesh 2025
Overview Reminder of interesting / frequently used keys and a bit of other functionality in HyperMesh 2025. Slight focus on experienced HyperMesh Legacy users (check the red fonts). Use in electronic form or print, fold, glue, then place by monitor for easy review.
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Feko v2024 --Error while executing the model.
Hi Everyone, I am facing this issue for days. Can you help me to resolve this issue?
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Erorrs in Altair EDEM
Hello, I have a problem when saving a file in Altair EDEM, the following errors are displayed and I don't know how to deal with it. Maybe someone had this?
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change entity type of mark in tcl like in gui
Hi, in the Hypermesh GUI, it is a very useful feature that when I select several items of one entity type (i.e. several parts) I can click the downwards arrow on the selection bar and change the entity type (i.e. to solids). Then, the selection changes to all solids that are part of the parts I selected previously. Is…