OptiStruct is a proven, modern structural solver with comprehensive, accurate and scalable solutions for linear and nonlinear
analyses across statics and dynamics, vibrations, acoustics, fatigue, heat transfer, and multiphysics disciplines.
This tutorial demonstrates how to setup Follower Loads, and the usage of Nonlinear Adaptive Criteria (NLADAPT) and
how intermediate results can be requested for Nonlinear runs.
This tutorial outlines the procedure to perform finite sliding analysis on a rack and pinion gear model. The circular
gear is called the pinion and it engages teeth on the linear bar called the rack.
This tutorial demonstrates self-contact which is used in this nonlinear large displacement implicit analysis using
hyperelastic material and contacts in OptiStruct.
In this tutorial, an existing finite element model of a slider crank is used to demonstrate how to perform Nonlinear
Transient Analysis using OptiStruct.
The OptiStruct Example Guide is a collection of solved examples for various solution sequences and optimization types and provides
you with examples of the real-world applications and capabilities of OptiStruct.
OS-T: 1520 Finite Sliding of Rack and Pinion Gear Model
This tutorial outlines the procedure to perform finite sliding analysis on a rack and pinion gear model. The circular gear is called the pinion and it engages teeth on the linear bar called the rack.
OS-T: 1530 Bumper Impact
This tutorial demonstrates the setup of a Nonlinear Transient Analysis. In this tutorial, the stopper is defined as rigid.
OS-T: 1560 3-Point Bending using RBODY
This tutorial demonstrates RBODY which is used in this nonlinear large displacement implicit analysis involving contacts using OptiStruct.