A new simulation example entitled “Strength Analysis of a Two-Ring Assembly” is available in the R2022x FD02 release of the user assistance. This example teaches you how to save a SOLIDWORKS assembly (shown in the image) to the 3DEXPERIENCE platform and create a simulation using the Linear Structural Validation app.

You begin the example by saving the two-ring assembly to the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform directly from SOLIDWORKS Connected. Next, you create a structural simulation in Linear Structural Validation to evaluate the structural integrity of the assembly. In the simulation, you apply pressure to the plate of the small ring to pull the rings away from each other. The plate that is attached to the larger ring is fixed in place, as if it is secured to a wall. To qualify your design, you check that the stresses that develop when the two rings come into contact do not exceed the material's yield strength. Finally, you create a bookmark for the simulation results to share with your team.

To try this example, see Strength Analysis of a Two-Ring Assembly - User Assistance R2022x.

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