A surface contact describes the connection between parallel surfaces. It is a coupling of surfaces by which you can control the transfer of forces without creating a contact solid, as was the case in RFEM 5. This allows you to connect surfaces whose contact is, for example, only effective for compressive forces.
Between Surfaces
Enter the numbers of the surfaces that have contact. Define one of the surfaces as 'Group 1' and the parallel surface as 'Group 2'. Use the
button to select the surfaces graphically. Each group may also consist of several surfaces.
Surface contacts are currently possible for planar surfaces only.
Surface Contact Type
The surface contact type controls the forces that are transferred between both surfaces. You can select the type in the list or redefine it with the
button (see the Surface Contact Types chapter).