Load Path Analysis

[khashpj]

Hi
I am trying to use Patran/Nastran to draw the load path in a structure.
Has any body done that before?
More specifically, How could we make patran to show the direction of stress trajectories?

 

[ZeroExperience]

In the results tab, there is a "Vector" option. I think this might be what you need.

This tutorial shows how to use the "Tensor" option, but it is similar to how you would use the "Vector" option:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=YTuoIZGZAnI#t=631s