Simcenter 3D Solutions
Simcenter 3D: Free Body Result
2021-09-29T16:01:08.000-0400
Simcenter 3D
Summary
Use the Free Body Results command to display the total forces and moments for a specified interface summed about a specified reference node or a point in space.
Details
To use the free Body Result command in post-processing, you must archive Grid point forces and moments before launch the analysis:
In the Post Navigator, select any result in the graphical window
Use the "Free Body Results..." command to perform the effort balance. It can be accessed by right-clicking on "Post View":
Select the elements on which you want to calculate the force balance:
Select the nodes on which you want to calculate the force balance:
Add a node for the calculation of moments and the location of the result:
You can display the results with respect to the global coordinate system or another selected coordinate system: