OptiStruct can be used to solve and optimize a wide variety of design problems in which the structural and system
behavior can be simulated using finite element and multibody dynamics analysis.
Pre-processing tools must be used to prepare models for OptiStruct, Radioss, and MotionSolve. HyperWorks provides specialized pre-processors interfacing with the solvers.
Graphical tools must be used to visualize and evaluate the results of OptiStruct, Radioss, and MotionSolve. HyperWorks provides HyperView, a specialized post-processor, for this.
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.
OptiStruct® is an industry proven, modern
structural analysis solver for linear and nonlinear structural problems under static and
dynamic loadings.
It is the market-leading solution for structural design and optimization. Based on
finite element and multibody dynamics technology, and through advanced analysis and
optimization algorithms, OptiStruct helps designers and
engineers rapidly develop innovative, lightweight and structurally efficient
designs. OptiStruct is used by thousands of companies
worldwide to analyze and optimize structures for their strength, durability and NVH
(noise, vibration and harshness) characteristics.
Capabilities OptiStruct can be used to solve and optimize a wide variety of design problems in which the structural and system behavior can be simulated using finite element and multibody dynamics analysis.
Formats OptiStruct supports the following input/output formats.
Pre-process
Pre-processing tools must be used to prepare models for OptiStruct, Radioss, and MotionSolve. HyperWorks provides specialized pre-processors interfacing with the solvers.
Post-process
Graphical tools must be used to visualize and evaluate the results of OptiStruct, Radioss, and MotionSolve. HyperWorks provides HyperView, a specialized post-processor, for this.