1004x
002280
2017-12-01

Question

I placed two solids on top of each other. There are nodes / lines / surfaces that are used by both solids. Is it possible to generate a failure criterion?


Answer:

If a contact between two superimposed plates or solids is to be simulated, it is usually necessary to model a contact solid between the two plates / solids with a thickness from center axis to center axis of both contact surfaces. The material of the contact solid should be the same as that of the two surfaces to be connected. If the materials of the surfaces are different, we recommend using the material with the poorer properties for the contact solid. Click the following link to find some technical articles about contact solids on our website: Technical Articles | Contact Solids You can also watch the modeling of a contact solid in a short example video by clicking the following link: Example Video - Contact Solids (DE)