How to read data from ABAQUS during simulation?

[TMD1099]

Hello Everyone,

In my simulation, I have a RHS column with shell element with reduced integration. There are two steps, 1st is mechanical axial loading and 2nd is thermal loading of the column.

I would like to know if it is possible to read the data such as displacement or reaction forces while the simulation is running?

Thanks in advance.

 

[FEA way]

You can open the output files as they are filled with results. There's also DOF Monitor in Abaqus/CAE that lets you plot selected DOF (displacement of a given node in the selected direction) while the simulation is running.

 

[TMD1099]

You can open the output files as they are filled with results. There's also DOF Monitor in Abaqus/CAE that lets you plot selected DOF (displacement of a given node in the selected direction) while the simulation is running.

Hello,

Thank you for your feedback.

But I want to read this data while the simulation is running. SO let me know if there is any way possible to do that.

 

[Ammaniya]

Hey there, Have you checked if your simulation software allows for live data output? Also, what specific data are you mainly interested in while it’s running?

 

[TMD1099]

Hey there, Have you checked if your simulation software allows for live data output? Also, what specific data are you mainly interested in while it’s running?

Hey,

The software I am using is ABAQUS by DS. That's my question whether it is possible or not. If Yes, then I am interested in Displacement and Reaction forces.

 

[Ammaniya]

Hey,

The software I am using is ABAQUS by DS. That's my question whether it is possible or not. If Yes, then I am interested in Displacement and Reaction forces.

Yeah, you can usually access results in ABAQUS while the analysis is running. I think you’ll want to look into using the field output for that. But I’m not 100% sure if it works for both displacement and reaction forces, might depend on your specific setup.