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.
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OptiStruct® is an industry proven, modern structural analysis solver for linear and nonlinear structural problems under static and dynamic loadings.
Discover OptiStruct functionality with interactive tutorials.
This manual provides detailed information regarding the features, functionality, and simulation methods available in OptiStruct.
This manual provides a detailed list and usage information regarding input entries, output entries, and parameters available in OptiStruct.
Required model files for the models you build.
OptiStruct was used to run a free-free normal modes analysis on a gas turbine compressor wheel solid FE model.
Demonstrates the use of Pre-loading with Normal Mode Analysis. The Pre-Loaded analysis is a type of structural analysis performed on a structure under prior loading (Pre-Loading).
This section presents optimized topology examples generated using OptiStruct. Each example uses a problem description, execution procedures, and results to demonstrate how OptiStruct is used as a design concept tool.
This section presents size (parameter) optimization examples solved using OptiStruct. Each example uses a problem description, execution procedures, and results to demonstrate how OptiStruct is used in size optimization.
This section presents shape optimization example problems, solved using OptiStruct. Each example uses a problem description, execution procedures and results to demonstrate how OptiStruct is used in shape optimization.
The examples in this section demonstrate how topography optimization generates both bead reinforcements in stamped plate structures and rib reinforcements for solid structures.
The examples in this section demonstrate how the Equivalent Static Load Method (ESLM) can be used for the optimization of flexible bodies in multibody systems.
This manual presents solved verification models including NAFEMS problems.
This section provides quick responses to typical and frequently asked questions regarding OptiStruct.
The HyperWorks Solver Run Manager is a unified utility that allows the user to start different HyperWorks Solvers.
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