Dec 17, 2021 #1 JFmech Mechanical Dec 17, 2021 3 0 0 US I would like to use half symmetry in a FEA model to cut down on simulation time. I an applying torque to a shaft. Does the torque value need to be half as well? Thank you!
I would like to use half symmetry in a FEA model to cut down on simulation time. I an applying torque to a shaft. Does the torque value need to be half as well? Thank you!
Dec 17, 2021 #2 FEA way Mechanical Nov 13, 2018 4,894 0 36 PL It depends how you utilize the symmetry. Not all forms of symmetry can be used in analyses involving torque. Can you attach a picture of the model ? Upvote 0 Downvote
It depends how you utilize the symmetry. Not all forms of symmetry can be used in analyses involving torque. Can you attach a picture of the model ?
Dec 17, 2021 Thread starter #3 JFmech Mechanical Dec 17, 2021 3 0 0 US This is the model. Upvote 0 Downvote
Dec 17, 2021 #4 FEA way Mechanical Nov 13, 2018 4,894 0 36 PL In this case symmetry can’t be used due to the nature of loading (unless you simplify the model to apply cyclic symmetry). Upvote 0 Downvote
In this case symmetry can’t be used due to the nature of loading (unless you simplify the model to apply cyclic symmetry).
Dec 17, 2021 Thread starter #5 JFmech Mechanical Dec 17, 2021 3 0 0 US Ok. Thank you for your help! Upvote 0 Downvote