Tips & Tricks

How can I avoid Out of memory for large hybrid area junctions?
The problem is due to an FE area junction being too large for the full solve.
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Some references for the FOAM-X 2007 indirect characterization method
References for inverse characterization method in FOAM-X are:
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Create FE subsystems from a PIDs
How do I create FE subsystems from a PIDs??? Below is an example to:
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When would I use a General Laminate (GL) instead of the new (2014.5) sandwich model?
One example is for a thick section where the skins are different; in the sandwich model the skins are always the same.
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Is the coloring correct for an BSR clearance contour?
Is the coloring correct for an BSR clearance contour? Yes, this is by design, as higher to low values are always plotted red to blue.
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Solving X resonant modes with identical natural frequencies gives unexpected results - why?
The case of a model with exactly identical natural frequencies is causing the "x resonant modes around center frequency" routine to get confused. A few things that can be done:
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How can I batch update the connection between an SEA subsystems and a SIF?
This can in most cases be achieved by using the utility "Connect Semi-Infinite Fluid" script available with in VA One.
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Can I set the angle for a DAF applied on an SEA panel?
The angle can be set for an NCT, so a workaround is to use a "gap" NCT and set the angle for this NCT
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Split a flat FE face
How can I split a flat FE face?, A way to split a FE face manually is to use the script "General > Create >Create FE Geometry from Selection".
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I get a Target Cluster Full error - what does it mean?
It is a known issue in 2013 with a large number of frequencies being recovered at a large number of nodes
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