point force 1

[Bobfromoh]

I am using SW 2016. I am kind of new to this software.
I have a lift lug that I have been trying to apply a force.
I don't understand the bearing force at all. I see that I can
also use a nonuniform distributed load which I haven't tried yet.
What I want to know is can I apply a point load? Can I
somehow define a location in the interior of the lift lug eye
and apply a point load?

Thanks,

 

[Jieve]

A point force is a singularity and won't give accurate results, the best option is to create a split line in your model at the load location so you have an area approximating where the actual load will be applied, then apply a constant force over that area by selecting the face and orienting the force in the vertical direction in the force dialog box.

 

[Bobfromoh]

Thanks for your answer. It helps to narrow down options.
I saw that "split" command but wasn't sure how to apply it.
I'll look into it more.