1. Professional
1.1. 3D Slider Crank Tutorial (Professional)
1.1.1. Getting Started
1.1.1.1. Objective
1.1.1.2. Audience
1.1.1.3. Prerequisites
1.1.1.4. Procedures
1.1.1.5. Estimated Time to Complete
1.1.2. Setting Up Your Simulation Environment
1.1.2.1. Task Objective
1.1.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.1.2.3. Starting RecurDyn
1.1.2.3.1. To start RecurDyn and create a new model:
1.1.2.4. Understanding the Interface
1.1.2.4.1. Using the Ribbon menu
1.1.2.4.2. To select a tool:
1.1.2.4.3. Using the Database Window
1.1.2.4.4. To view the entities in your model:
1.1.2.4.5. Using the Working Window
1.1.2.4.6. Using the Working Plane
1.1.2.4.7. Using Command Toolbar
1.1.2.4.8. To use the toolbars together to create your model:
1.1.2.4.9. Status Bar
1.1.2.4.10. System Modes in RecurDyn
1.1.2.4.11. Changing System Modes:
1.1.2.5. Changing the Gravitational Force Direction
1.1.2.5.1. To change the gravitational force direction:
1.1.2.6. Changing the Working Plane
1.1.2.6.1. To toggle Grid on working plane
1.1.2.6.2. To change the working plane:
1.1.3. Creating Geometry
1.1.3.1. Task Objective
1.1.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.1.3.3. Modeling the Grounded Bracket
1.1.3.3.1. To change the Grid Size
1.1.3.3.2. To change Body Edit Mode to create a bracket
1.1.3.3.3. To create Box Geometry
1.1.3.3.4. To create the cylinder geometry:
1.1.3.3.5. To create outline for extrusion
1.1.3.3.6. To create Curve Sweep
1.1.3.3.7. To exit body edit mode.
1.1.3.3.8. To change name and color of the Body.
1.1.3.4. Modeling the Crank Body
1.1.3.4.1. To change the working plane
1.1.3.4.2. To create the crank body:
1.1.3.4.3. To change the name of the body:
1.1.3.4.4. Modifying the Link Geometry
1.1.3.4.5. To create Ellipsoid geometry
1.1.3.4.6. To do Boolean Unite
1.1.3.4.7. To do Boolean Subtract
1.1.3.4.8. To create a cylinder:
1.1.3.4.9. To exit the edit mode of crank body
1.1.3.4.10. To change the color of crank body
1.1.3.4.11. To translate the crank body
1.1.3.5. Creating the Connecting Rod
1.1.3.5.1. To create the cylinder:
1.1.3.5.2. To change name of the body
1.1.3.5.3. To create Ellipsoid Geometry
1.1.3.5.4. To do Boolean Unite
1.1.3.5.5. To exit body editing mode
1.1.3.5.6. To change color of Connecting_Rod
1.1.3.6. Modeling the Slider
1.1.3.6.1. To change working plane
1.1.3.6.2. To create the box:
1.1.3.6.3. To change the body name
1.1.3.6.4. To add a box to the Slider body:
1.1.3.6.5. To add link geometry to the Slider body:
1.1.3.6.6. To create ellipsoid geometry:
1.1.3.6.7. To do Boolean Unite
1.1.3.6.8. To do Boolean Subtract
1.1.3.6.9. To fillet the edges of the upper box geometry:
1.1.3.6.10. To do Boolean Unite
1.1.3.6.11. To exit the edit mode of slider body
1.1.3.6.12. To change color of slider body
1.1.3.6.13. To change Working Plane
1.1.3.6.14. To translate the slider body
1.1.3.7. Saving Your Model
1.1.4. Creating Joints
1.1.4.1. Task Objective
1.1.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.1.4.3. Adjusting the Icon and Marker Size
1.1.4.3.1. To change the icon and marker size:
1.1.4.4. Creating Joints between the Bodies
1.1.4.4.1. To create fixed joint
1.1.4.4.2. To create the revolute joint:
1.1.4.4.3. To create spherical joints
1.1.4.4.4. To create the translational joint:
1.1.4.5. Creating a Motion on the Revolute Joint
1.1.4.5.1. To define a motion:
1.1.5. Performing Analysis
1.1.5.1. Task Objective
1.1.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.1.5.3. Performing Dynamic/Kinematic Analysis
1.1.5.3.1. To perform a dynamic/kinematic analysis:
1.1.6. Working with Animations
1.1.6.1. Task Objective
1.1.6.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.1.6.3. About the Animation Toolbar
1.1.6.4. Playing Animations
1.1.6.5. Saving the Animation Data as an AVI File
1.1.6.5.1. To save an animation as an AVI file:
1.1.6.6. Tracing the Paths of Points on the Moving Bodies
1.1.6.6.1. To trace the path of a point:
1.1.7. Plotting
1.1.7.1. Task Objective
1.1.7.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.1.7.3. Creating a Plot
1.1.7.3.1. To start RecurDyn/Plot and plot the motion of the slider body:
1.1.7.4. Plotting in Multiple Panes
1.1.7.4.1. To switch the Plotting Window to display multiple panes:
1.1.7.5. Loading an Animation
1.1.7.5.1. To load an animation in a pane of the Plotting Window:
1.2. Engine with Propeller Tutorial (Professional)
1.2.1. Getting Started
1.2.1.1. Objective
1.2.1.2. Audience
1.2.1.3. Prerequisites
1.2.1.4. Procedures
1.2.1.5. Estimated Time to Complete
1.2.2. Creating the Initial Model
1.2.2.1. Task Objective
1.2.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.2.2.3. Starting RecurDyn
1.2.2.3.1. To start RecurDyn and create a new model:
1.2.2.4. Importing the CAD Geometry
1.2.2.4.1. To import the propeller blade geometry:
1.2.2.4.2. To import the remaining geometry:
1.2.2.4.3. To Modify Layer Settings dialog
1.2.2.5. Adjusting the Icon and Marker Size
1.2.2.5.1. To change the icon and marker size:
1.2.2.6. Saving the Model
1.2.2.6.1. To save your model:
1.2.3. Organizing the Geometry
1.2.3.1. Task Objective
1.2.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.2.3.3. Merging the Imported Geometry
1.2.3.3.1. To merge the propeller blade geometry:
1.2.3.3.2. To merge the propeller hub geometry:
1.2.3.3.3. To merge the engine geometry:
1.2.3.4. Renaming the Bodies
1.2.3.4.1. To change their names:
1.2.3.5. Creating a Second Propeller Blade
1.2.3.5.1. To create a second propeller:
1.2.3.6. Rotating the New Blade
1.2.3.6.1. To rotate the blade:
1.2.3.7. Saving the Model
1.2.4. Creating Joints
1.2.4.1. Task Objective
1.2.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.2.4.3. Attaching the Blades to the Hub with Revolute Joints
1.2.4.3.1. To set the working plane:
1.2.4.3.2. To change the grid size:
1.2.4.3.3. To attach Prop_Blade1 to the propeller hub:
1.2.4.3.4. To attach Prop_Blade2 to the propeller hub:
1.2.4.4. Attaching the Propeller Hub to the Engine
1.2.4.4.1. To attach the Prop_Hub body to the engine body with a cylindrical joint:
1.2.4.5. Attaching the Engine to Ground with a Fixed Joint
1.2.4.5.1. To attach the engine body to ground with a fixed joint:
1.2.4.6. Defining the Rotation of the Propeller
1.2.4.6.1. To define the rotation of the propeller:
1.2.4.7. Saving the Model
1.2.5. Creating Forces
1.2.5.1. Task Objective
1.2.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.2.5.3. Controlling the Translation of the Propeller
1.2.5.3.1. To create a translational spring force between the Prop_Hub and the engine:
1.2.5.4. Controlling the Local Rotation of the Propeller Blades
1.2.5.4.1. To create a torsion (rotational) spring between Prop_Hub and Prop_Blade1:
1.2.5.4.2. To create a torsion (rotational) spring between Prop_Hub and Prop_Blade2:
1.2.5.5. Saving the Model
1.2.6. Performing Analysis
1.2.6.1. Task Objective
1.2.6.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.2.6.3. Performing Dynamic/Kinematic Analysis
1.2.6.3.1. To perform a dynamic/kinematic analysis:
1.2.7. Creating Scopes and Setting Force Display
1.2.7.1. Task Objective
1.2.7.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.2.7.3. Creating Scopes of Revolute Joint Rotation
1.2.7.3.1. To create a scope on a joint:
1.2.7.4. Setting Display of Forces
1.2.7.4.1. To set up the force display of the translational spring, Spring1:
1.2.7.5. Saving the Model
1.2.8. Performing a Design Study
1.2.8.1. Task Objective
1.2.8.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.2.8.3. Adjusting the Stiffness and Damping of Rotational Springs
1.2.8.3.1. To adjust the stiffness and damping of the rotational springs:
1.2.8.4. Running a New Analysis
1.2.8.4.1. To run a new analysis with the modified spring parameters:
1.2.8.5. Questions to Consider from the Design Study Results:
1.2.8.6. Ideas for Further Exploration:
1.2.9. Plotting the Results
1.2.9.1. Task Objective
1.2.9.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.2.9.3. Creating a Plot
1.2.9.3.1. To start RecurDyn/Plot:
1.3. Pinball Tutorial (Professional)
1.3.1. Getting Started
1.3.1.1. Objective
1.3.1.2. Audience
1.3.1.3. Prerequisites
1.3.1.4. Procedures
1.3.1.5. Estimated Time to Complete
1.3.2. Setting Up Your Simulation
1.3.2.1. Task Objective
1.3.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.3.2.3. Starting RecurDyn
1.3.2.3.1. To start RecurDyn and create a new model
1.3.2.4. Adjusting the Icon and Marker Size
1.3.2.4.1. To change the icon and marker size
1.3.2.4.2. To set the grid size to 10
1.3.3. Creating Geometry
1.3.3.1. Task Objective
1.3.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.3.3.3. Creating the Guide Geometry
1.3.3.3.1. To create the straight guide geometry
1.3.3.3.2. To create the arc guide geometry
1.3.3.3.3. To create EdgeCurve geometry with existing curves
1.3.3.4. Creating the Ball Geometry
1.3.3.4.1. To create the Ball geometry and Circle Geometry
1.3.3.5. Saving the Model
1.3.4. Creating Force and Contact
1.3.4.1. Task Objective
1.3.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.3.4.3. Defining the Compressed Spring
1.3.4.3.1. To create the spring
1.3.4.3.2. To adjust the spring properties
1.3.4.4. Defining the Contact between the Balls
1.3.4.4.1. To create the contact between the balls
1.3.4.4.2. To adjust the contact between the balls
1.3.4.5. Defining Contact Between the Balls and Guides
1.3.4.5.1. To create the contact between the first ball (Ball_1) and the guide geometry
1.3.4.5.2. To create the contact between the second ball (Ball_2) and the guide geometry
1.3.4.5.3. To create the contact between the Ball_2 and the arc Guide geometry
1.3.4.5.4. To create the contact between the Ball_3 and the lower Guide geometry
1.3.4.5.5. To define the Smooth Node Contact and define force displays
1.3.4.6. Saving the Model
1.3.5. Creating Expression Scope
1.3.5.1. Task Objective
1.3.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.3.5.3. Defining Expression
1.3.5.4. Creating Expression Scope
1.3.5.5. Performing Dynamic/Kinematic Analysis
1.3.5.5.1. To perform a dynamic/kinematic analysis
1.3.6. Performing a Design Study
1.3.6.1. Task Objective
1.3.6.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.3.6.3. Performing a Design Study
1.3.6.3.1. To define a parametric value
1.3.6.3.2. To define a design variable:
1.3.6.3.3. To define a performance Index
1.3.6.3.4. To set the number of trials
1.3.6.3.5. To run the design study
1.3.6.3.6. To review and plot results
1.3.6.4. Animating the Results of a Trial
1.3.6.4.1. To animate the results of a particular trial:
1.3.6.4.2. To animate the result using select camera
1.3.6.5. Ideas for Further Exploration
1.4. Ball Return Tutorial (Professional)
1.4.1. Getting Started
1.4.1.1. Objective
1.4.1.2. Audience
1.4.1.3. Prerequisites
1.4.1.4. Procedures
1.4.1.5. Estimated Time to Complete
1.4.2. Setting Up Your Simulation Environment
1.4.2.1. Task Objective
1.4.2.2. Estimated Time to complete
1.4.2.3. Starting RecurDyn
1.4.2.3.1. To start RecurDyn and create a new model:
1.4.3. Importing Geometry
1.4.3.1. Task Objective
1.4.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.4.3.3. Importing the CAD Geometry
1.4.3.3.1. To import the ball return system geometry:
1.4.3.3.2. To import the Container geometry:
1.4.3.3.3. To set the names of both bodies:
1.4.3.4. Creating the Ellipsoid Geometry
1.4.3.4.1. To create the ball geometry:
1.4.3.4.2. To update the ball bodies:
1.4.3.5. Saving the model
1.4.4. Defining Joints and Forces
1.4.4.1. Task Objective
1.4.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.4.4.3. Attaching the Return Pipe to Ground
1.4.4.3.1. To attach the Return pipe to ground using a fixed joint:
1.4.4.3.2. To attach Container to ground using a Revolute Joint:
1.4.4.4. Defining the Rotational Spring
1.4.4.4.1. To create the rotational spring:
1.4.5. Defining 3D Contact
1.4.5.1. Task Objective
1.4.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.4.5.3. Defining Contact between Ball and the ReturnPipe
1.4.5.3.1. To create the Contact Surface on the Return geometry:
1.4.5.3.2. To create the contact between Ball1 and the ReturnPipe
1.4.5.4. Defining Contact between Ball and the Container.
1.4.5.4.1. To create contact surface in Container
1.4.5.4.2. To create Contact between Ball and Container
1.4.5.5. Defining Contact between Ball_1 and Ball_2
1.4.5.5.1. To create the contact between the balls:
1.4.5.6. Adjust Contact Surface Resolution of Return
1.4.5.6.1. To adjust Faceting Resolution of GeoSurContact1:
1.4.5.6.2. To adjust Faceting Resolution of GeoSurContact3:
1.4.5.6.3. To modify the property of GeoSurContact
1.4.5.6.4. To modify the graphic property of ReturnPipe
1.4.5.6.5. To hide the icon
1.4.5.7. Saving the Model
1.4.6. Analyzing and Reviewing the Model
1.4.6.1. Task Objective
1.4.6.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.4.6.3. Performing Dynamic/Kinematic Analysis
1.4.6.3.1. To change options about Simulation Output.
1.4.6.3.2. To perform a Dynamic/Kinematic analysis:
1.4.6.4. Examine the result
1.4.6.4.1. To examine the animation result
1.4.6.4.2. To examine the Plot result
1.4.6.4.3. To create Plot Template
1.4.6.5. Running a New Simulation
1.4.6.5.1. To define the friction value for the contact between Ball and ReturnPipe
1.4.6.5.2. Connect Plot Template file before running a new simulation
1.4.6.5.3. To perform a dynamic/kinematic analysis:
1.4.6.5.4. To examine the animation result
1.4.6.6. Comparing the Results of the Two Simulations
1.4.6.6.1. To compare the result from previous analysis using Plot Add
1.4.6.6.2. To draw the graph simultaneously using Multi Draw
1.4.6.6.3. To find the peak value using Trace Data:
1.5. Dipper Stick with Bucket Tutorial (Professional)
1.5.1. Getting Started
1.5.1.1. Objective
1.5.1.2. Model Used
1.5.1.3. Audience
1.5.1.4. Prerequisites
1.5.1.5. Estimated Time to Complete
1.5.2. Creating the Link
1.5.2.1. Task Objective
1.5.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.5.2.3. Starting RecurDyn
1.5.2.3.1. To start RecurDyn and open the base model:
1.5.2.4. Setting the Working Plane
1.5.2.5. Creating a Parametric Point
1.5.2.5.1. To create a parametric point:
1.5.2.5.2. To link the BkTrLink subsystem:
1.5.2.6. Creating the Right-Side Crank Link
1.5.2.6.1. To create the right-side crank link:
1.5.2.7. Modifying the Link Shape and Color
1.5.2.7.1. To modify the link shape and color:
1.5.2.8. Attaching the Link
1.5.2.8.1. To attach the link:
1.5.3. Creating the Hydraulic Cylinder
1.5.3.1. Task Objective
1.5.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.5.3.3. Importing the Generic Hydraulic Cylinder Subsystem
1.5.3.3.1. To import the hydraulic cylinder subsystem:
1.5.3.4. Setting the Location of the Hydraulic Cylinder Subsystem
1.5.3.4.1. To link the hydraulic cylinder subsystem:
1.5.3.5. Attaching the Hydraulic Cylinder to the Model
1.5.3.5.1. To attach the hydraulic cylinder:
1.5.3.6. Exercising the Model
1.5.3.6.1. To exercise the model:
1.5.4. Add Motion to the Hydraulic Cylinder
1.5.4.1. Task Objective
1.5.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.5.4.3. Creating a Parametric Value
1.5.4.3.1. To create a PV:
1.5.4.4. Adding Motion to the Translation Joint
1.5.4.4.1. To add motion:
1.5.4.5. Creating a Parametric Value Connector
1.5.4.5.1. To create PVC (parametric value connector):
1.5.5. Adding a Bucket Tip Load
1.5.5.1. Task Objective
1.5.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.5.5.3. Creating the Dummy Body
1.5.5.3.1. To create the dummy body:
1.5.5.4. Attaching the Dummy Body to the Bucket
1.5.5.4.1. To attach the dummy body to the bucket:
1.5.5.5. Applying an Axial Force between the Sphere and Bucket
1.5.5.5.1. To apply an axial force:
1.5.5.6. Defining the Expression for the Axial Force
1.5.5.6.1. To define the expression:
1.5.5.7. Running a Simulation
1.5.5.7.1. To run a simulation:
1.5.6. Calculating Power Consumption
1.5.6.1. Task Objective
1.5.6.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.5.6.3. Creating the Dummy Body
1.5.6.3.1. To create the dummy body:
1.5.6.4. Creating an Axial Force to Act on the DrivingForceBody
1.5.6.4.1. To create a marker:
1.5.6.5. Fixing DrivingForceBody to Ground
1.5.6.5.1. To fix DrivingForceBody to ground:
1.5.6.6. Creating the Expression for Calculating Power
1.5.6.6.1. To create the expression:
1.5.6.7. Creating an Output Request
1.5.6.7.1. To create an output request:
1.5.6.8. Running a Simulation and Plotting the Results
1.5.6.8.1. To run a simulation and plot the results:
1.5.7. Calculating the Range of Motion
1.5.7.1. Task Objective
1.5.7.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.5.7.3. Calculating the Maximum Positive Rotation of the Bucket
1.5.7.3.1. To calculate the rotation:
1.5.7.4. Calculating the Range of Motion of the Bucket
1.5.7.4.1. To calculate the range of motion:
1.5.7.5. Adding the New Expression to the Request
1.5.7.5.1. To add the new expression:
1.5.7.6. Plotting the Expression to Verify Results
1.5.7.6.1. To plot the results:
1.5.8. Running and Analyzing a DOE
1.5.8.1. Task Objective
1.5.8.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.5.8.3. Setting Up the Design Variables
1.5.8.3.1. To set up the design variables:
1.5.8.4. Defining the Performance Indexes
1.5.8.4.1. To define the performance indexes:
1.5.8.5. Running the DOE
1.5.8.5.1. To run the design study:
1.5.9. Running the Simulation in Batch Mode
1.5.9.1. Task Objective
1.5.9.2. Estimated Time to Complete
1.5.9.3. Setting up and Exporting the RecurDyn Design Parameter File
1.5.9.3.1. To set up and export the file:
1.5.9.4. Setting Up and Exporting the RecurDyn Scenario File
1.5.9.4.1. To set up and export the scenario file:
1.5.9.4.2. To test the scenario:
1.5.9.5. Creating the Batch File and Running the Simulation
1.5.9.5.1. To create the batch file:
1.5.9.6. Plotting the Results
1.5.9.6.1. To plot the results:
1.5.9.6.2. To change a title or axis label:
1.5.9.6.3. To change the legend:
2. ProcessNet(General)
2.1. 4WD Loader Tutorial (ProcessNet General)
2.1.1. Getting Started
2.1.1.1. Objective
2.1.1.2. Audience
2.1.1.3. Procedures
2.1.1.4. Estimated Time to Complete
2.1.2. Opening the Model and Initializing ProcessNet
2.1.2.1. Task Objective
2.1.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
2.1.2.3. Starting RecurDyn
2.1.2.3.1. To save the initial model:
2.1.2.4. Starting ProcessNet
2.1.2.4.1. To start ProcessNet:
2.1.3. Automating Contact Definition
2.1.3.1. Task Objective
2.1.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
2.1.3.3. Understanding the Contacts to be Created
2.1.3.4. Creating the Base Application
2.1.3.4.1. To create the base application:
2.1.3.5. Coding Using IntelliSense
2.1.3.5.1. To modify the contact parameters using IntelliSense:
2.1.3.6. Building and Running the Macro
2.1.3.6.1. To build and run the macro:
2.1.3.7. Running a Simulation
2.1.3.7.1. To run a simulation:
2.1.3.8. Viewing the Results
2.1.3.8.1. To view the results:
2.1.3.9. Adding Additional Contacts
2.1.3.9.1. To add additional contacts:
2.1.3.10. Repeating the Build, Simulation, and Viewing Processes
2.1.3.10.1. To repeat the processes:
2.1.4. Adding a Dialog and Message Output
2.1.4.1. Task Objective
2.1.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
2.1.4.3. Designing a Dialog
2.1.4.3.1. To design a new dialog window:
2.1.4.4. Defining the Behavior of the Dialog
2.1.4.4.1. To define the dialog window behavior:
2.1.4.5. Displaying the Dialog when Running the Macro
2.1.4.5.1. To display the dialog window from within the macro:
2.1.4.6. Test the Dialog Box
2.1.4.6.1. To repeat the processes:
2.1.5. Automating Plot Creation
2.1.5.1. Task Objective
2.1.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete
2.1.5.3. Creating a Dialog
2.1.5.3.1. To create the new dialog window:
2.1.5.3.2. To adjust the new dialog window:
2.1.5.4. Plotting the Contact Forces
2.1.5.4.1. To create a new subroutine:
2.1.5.4.2. To test the edited subroutine with plotting:
2.1.5.5. Improving the Contact Force Plot
2.1.5.5.1. To plot only non-zero contact forces:
2.1.5.5.2. To test the non-zero contact force plot:
2.1.5.6. Improving the Plot Formatting
2.1.5.6.1. To improve the plot formatting:
2.1.5.6.2. To test the formatting of the plot:
2.1.5.7. Plotting the Total X, Y, and Z Contact Force
2.1.5.7.1. To add the second plot:
2.1.5.7.2. To test the second plot:
2.1.6. Converting VSTA Project into General Project
2.1.6.1. Task Objective
2.1.6.2. Estimated Time to Complete
2.1.6.3. Editing the VSTA code
2.1.6.3.1. To open the VSTA project in Visual Studio:
2.1.6.3.2. To edit the code:
2.2. Dipper Stick with Bucket Tutorial (ProcessNet General)
2.2.1. Overview
2.2.1.1. Task Objectives
2.2.1.2. Prior Learning Requirements
2.2.1.3. Prerequisites
2.2.1.4. Estimated Time to Complete this Tutorial
2.2.2. Starting ProcessNet General
2.2.2.1. Task Objectives
2.2.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete this Task
2.2.2.3. Starting RecurDyn
2.2.2.3.1. To start RecurDyn:
2.2.2.3.2. To save the model:
2.2.2.4. Starting ProcessNet
2.2.2.4.1. To start ProcessNet:
2.2.3. Creating a Dialog Window
2.2.3.1. Task Objectives
2.2.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete this Task
2.2.3.3. Creating a Dialog Window
2.2.3.3.1. To create a dialog window:
2.2.3.4. Configuring the Initial Settings of the Dialog Window
2.2.3.4.1. To configure the initial settings of the dialog window:
2.2.3.5. Displaying a Dialog Window when the User Runs the Application
2.2.3.5.1. To display a dialog window when a user runs the application:
2.2.3.6. Testing a Dialog Window
2.2.3.6.1. To run the application:
2.2.4. Automatic Model Generation through Code
2.2.4.1. Task Objectives
2.2.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete this Task
2.2.4.3. Creating a New Class
2.2.4.3.1. To create a new class:
2.2.4.4. Creating a Model
2.2.4.4.1. To import a body:
2.2.4.4.2. To create a SubEntity:
2.2.4.4.3. To create a joint:
2.2.4.4.4. To create a force:
2.2.4.4.5. To create a variable equation:
2.2.4.5. Linking a Function to the Dialog Window
2.2.4.5.1. To link a function to a dialog window:
2.2.4.6. Testing a Dialog Window
2.2.4.6.1. To run the application:
2.2.5. Analyzing a Model
2.2.5.1. Task Objectives
2.2.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete this Task
2.2.5.3. Editing the Layout of the Dialog Window
2.2.5.3.1. To edit the layout of the dialog window:
2.2.5.4. Model Analysis Function
2.2.5.4.1. Model analysis function
2.2.6. Creating a Plot Automatically
2.2.6.1. Task Objectives
2.2.6.2. Estimated Time to Complete this Task
2.2.6.3. Plot Function
2.2.6.3.1. To use the plot function:
2.2.6.4. Testing the Created Application
2.2.6.4.1. To run the application:
2.3. Simple Belt System (ProcessNet General)
2.3.1. Overview
2.3.1.1. Task Objectives
2.3.1.2. Prior Learning Requirements
2.3.1.3. Prerequisites
2.3.1.4. Procedures
2.3.1.5. Estimated Time to Complete
2.3.2. Starting ProcessNet
2.3.2.1. Task Objectives
2.3.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
2.3.2.3. Starting RecurDyn
2.3.2.3.1. To start RecurDyn:
2.3.2.3.2. To save the model:
2.3.2.4. Starting ProcessNet
2.3.2.4.1. To start and initialize ProcessNet:
2.3.3. Change General Body Code
2.3.3.1. Task Objectives
2.3.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
2.3.3.3. Configuring Algorithms
2.3.3.4. Creating a Dialog Window
2.3.3.4.1. To create a ChangeGeneralBody dialog window:
2.3.3.5. Configuring the Initial Settings of the Dialog Window
2.3.3.5.1. To configure the initial settings of the ChangeGeneralBody dialog window:
2.3.3.6. Creating Body and Connector with Assembly Information
2.3.3.6.1. To convert a body:
2.3.3.7. To create a connector:
2.3.4. Create Contact Code
2.3.4.1. Task Objectives
2.3.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
2.3.4.3. Creating a Dialog Window
2.3.4.3.1. To create a CreateContact dialog window:
2.3.4.4. Configuring the Initial Settings of the Dialog Window
2.3.4.4.1. To configure the initial settings of the CreateContact dialog window:
2.3.4.5. Creating a Contact
2.3.4.5.1. To create a Contact:
2.3.5. Register DLL
2.3.5.1. Task Objectives
2.3.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete
2.3.5.3. To display a dialog window when a user runs the application:
2.3.5.3.1. To display a dialog window when a user runs the application:
2.3.5.4. Registering Icons
2.3.5.5. Creating Functions for Register DLLs
2.3.5.6. Testing the Created Application
2.3.5.6.1. To run the application:
2.3.6. Model Analysis
2.3.6.1. Task Objectives
2.3.6.2. Estimated Time to Complete
2.3.6.3. Converting Clone Link Body into General Body
2.3.6.3.1. To create FaceSurface in the clone link body:
2.3.6.3.2. To convert the clone link body:
2.3.6.3.3. To create a Contact:
2.3.6.3.4. To run Dynamic / Kinematic analysis:
3. AutoDesign
3.1. Three-Ball Contact Tutorial (AutoDesign)
3.1.1. Outline of Tutorial Sample A
3.1.2. Three-Ball Contact Problem
3.1.3. Model Definition
3.1.4. Design Parameter Definition
3.1.5. Analysis Response Definition
3.1.6. Design Study
3.1.6.1. Basic Procedure for Design Study
3.1.6.2. Effect Analysis
3.1.6.3. Screening Variables
3.1.6.4. Correlation Analysis
3.1.7. Design Optimization
3.1.7.1. Let’s remind the following design problem:
3.2. Catapult System Tutorial (AutoDesign)
3.2.1. Outline of Tutorial Sample B
3.2.2. Catapult System Design Problem
3.2.3. Loading the Model and Viewing the Animation
3.2.3.1. To load the base model and view the animation:
3.2.4. Design Variables
3.2.4.1. Exercising the Model
3.2.4.1.1. To exercise the model:
3.2.4.2. Defining the Design Variables
3.2.4.2.1. To create a design parameter:
3.2.5. Defining the Performance Indexes
3.2.5.1. To create an analysis response:
3.2.6. Design Optimization
3.2.6.1. Objectives and Constraints
3.2.6.2. AutoDesign’s Design Optimization Process
3.2.6.3. Running a Design Optimization
3.2.6.3.1. To run a design optimization:
3.2.7. Animating the Optimized Model
3.2.7.1. To update the model with the optimized design variables:
3.2.7.2. To reset the model for the next optimizations:
3.3. Paper Distributing System Tutorial (AutoDesign)
3.3.1. Outline of Tutorial Sample C
3.3.2. Paper Distributing System Problem
3.3.3. Loading the Model and Viewing the Animation
3.3.3.1. To load the base model and view the animation:
3.3.4. Design Variables
3.3.4.1. Defining the Design Variables
3.3.4.1.1. To create a design parameter:
3.3.5. Defining the Performance Indexes
3.3.5.1. To create an analysis response:
3.3.6. Running a Robust Design Optimization
3.3.6.1. To run a robust design optimization:
3.3.7. Running a 6-Sigma Design Optimization
3.3.7.1. To run a robust design optimization:
3.4. Suspension System Tutorial (AutoDesign)
3.4.1. Outline of Tutorial Sample D
3.4.2. Suspension System Design Problem
3.4.3. Loading the Model and Viewing the Yaw & Roll ranges
3.4.3.1. To load the base model and view the animation:
3.4.4. Defining the design variables
3.4.5. Defining the performance index
3.4.6. Running a Design Optimization
3.4.6.1. Let’s start to solve the multi-objective optimization problem:
3.4.7. Design Optimization with Screening Variables
3.5. Paper Feeding System Tutorial (AutoDesign)
3.5.1. Outline of Tutorial Sample E
3.5.2. Paper Feeding System Design Problem
3.5.3. Loading the Model and Viewing MTT2D Model
3.5.3.1. To load the base model and view the animation:
3.5.4. Defining the Design Variables
3.5.5. Defining the Analysis Response
3.5.6. Running a Design Optimization Problem
3.5.6.1. The optimization problem is defined as:
3.5.7. Comparison of Analysis Results
3.6. Landing Gear System Tutorial (AutoDesign)
3.6.1. Landing Gear System Design Problem
3.6.2. Loading the Model and Playing a Control System
3.6.2.1. To load the base model and view the animation:
3.6.3. Defining the design variables
3.6.4. Defining the Analysis Responses
3.6.5. Running a Design Optimization
3.6.6. Comparison of analysis results
3.7. Connecting Rod Shape Optimization Tutorial (AutoDesign)
3.7.1. Connecting Rod Shape Optimization
3.7.2. Loading and simulation the model
3.7.3. Defining the design variables and setting
3.7.4. Defining the analysis responses
3.7.5. Running a design optimization
3.7.6. Comparison of analysis results
4. CoLink
4.1. Car Tutorial (CoLink)
4.1.1. Getting Started
4.1.1.1. Objective
4.1.1.2. Audience
4.1.1.3. Prerequisites
4.1.1.4. Procedures
4.1.1.5. Estimated Time to Complete
4.1.2. Opening the Initial Model
4.1.2.1. Task Objective
4.1.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
4.1.2.3. Starting RecurDyn
4.1.2.3.1. To start RecurDyn and open the initial model:
4.1.2.3.2. To save the initial model:
4.1.3. Creating Joints and Couplers
4.1.3.1. Task Objective
4.1.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
4.1.3.3. Creating the Revolute Joints
4.1.3.3.1. To create the joints:
4.1.3.4. Creating the Translational Joint
4.1.3.4.1. To create the joint:
4.1.3.5. Creating Couplers
4.1.3.5.1. To create the couplers:
4.1.3.5.2. To create a coupler:
4.1.3.6. Running a Simulation
4.1.3.6.1. To run a simulation:
4.1.3.7. Viewing the Results
4.1.3.7.1. To view the results:
4.1.3.8. Fixing the Revolute Joints
4.1.3.8.1. To fix the joints:
4.1.4. Refining the Model
4.1.4.1. Task Objective
4.1.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
4.1.4.3. Creating the Second Car
4.1.4.3.1. To copy the car:
4.1.4.4. Modifying the Second Car
4.1.4.4.1. To modify the duplicate car:
4.1.5. Integrating CoLink
4.1.5.1. Task Objective
4.1.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete
4.1.5.3. Creating the Plant Input
4.1.5.3.1. To create the Plant Input:
4.1.5.3.2. To create the torques:
4.1.5.4. Creating the Plant Outputs
4.1.5.4.1. To create the plant outputs:
4.1.5.5. Creating the CoLink Model
4.1.5.5.1. To create the CoLink model:
4.1.6. Creating the Proportional Feedback Control
4.1.6.1. To create the proportional control:
4.1.6.2. Adding Derivative and Integral Control
4.1.6.2.1. To add derivative control:
4.1.6.2.2. To add integral control:
4.1.6.3. Closing the Loop
4.1.6.3.1. To close the loop:
4.1.6.4. Simulating the Model
4.1.6.4.1. To simulate the model:
4.1.6.4.2. To adjust the control gains:
4.1.6.5. Viewing the Results
4.1.6.5.1. To view the results:
4.1.7. Augmenting the CoLink Model
4.1.7.1. Task Objective
4.1.7.2. Estimated Time to Complete
4.1.7.3. Modifying the RecurDyn Model
4.1.7.3.1. To create the dummy part:
4.1.7.3.2. To create the translational joint:
4.1.7.3.3. To define the General Plant Outputs:
4.1.7.4. Augmenting the CoLink Model
4.1.7.4.1. To modify the CoLink model:
4.1.7.4.2. To add integral and derivative control, highlighted in the figure below:
4.1.7.4.3. To add the rate limiter, highlighted in the figure below:
4.2. Pendulum Tutorial (CoLink)
4.2.1. Getting Started
4.2.1.1. Objective
4.2.1.2. Audience
4.2.1.3. Prerequisites
4.2.1.4. Procedures
4.2.1.5. Estimated Time to Complete
4.2.2. Creating the Initial Model
4.2.2.1. Task Objective
4.2.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
4.2.2.3. Understanding the Model
4.2.2.4. Starting RecurDyn and Importing the Geometry
4.2.2.4.1. To start RecurDyn:
4.2.2.4.2. To import the geometry:
4.2.2.5. Adding Joints and Forces
4.2.2.5.1. To add the revolute joint:
4.2.2.5.2. To add the translational joint:
4.2.2.5.3. To add the translational force:
4.2.2.5.4. Save the RecurDyn Model:
4.2.2.6. Running a Simulation
4.2.2.6.1. To run a simulation:
4.2.2.7. Viewing the Results
4.2.2.7.1. To view the results:
4.2.2.7.2. Save the RecurDyn Model.
4.2.3. Integrating CoLink
4.2.3.1. Task Objective
4.2.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
4.2.3.3. Creating the General Plant Input
4.2.3.3.1. To create the General Plant Input:
4.2.3.4. Creating the General Plant Outputs
4.2.3.4.1. To create the plant outputs:
4.2.3.5. Creating the CoLink Model
4.2.3.5.1. To create the CoLink model:
4.2.3.5.2. To add a proportional control feedback loop:
4.2.3.5.3. Save the control system:
4.2.3.6. Simulating the CoLink Model
4.2.3.6.1. To simulate the model with the control system:
4.2.3.6.2. To view the results:
4.2.4. Adding Derivative Control
4.2.4.1. Task Objective
4.2.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
4.2.4.3. Modifying the RecurDyn Model
4.2.4.3.1. To save the model under a different name:
4.2.4.3.2. To add a plant output for the rotational velocity of the pendulum:
4.2.4.4. Adding Derivative Control
4.2.4.4.1. To save the control system under a different name:
4.2.4.4.2. To add derivative control:
4.2.4.5. Simulating the Model with Derivative Control
4.2.4.5.1. Simulate the model as before
4.2.4.5.2. To view the results:
4.2.5. Adding Integral Control
4.2.5.1. Task Objective
4.2.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete
4.2.5.3. Adding Integral Control
4.2.5.3.1. To save the control system under a different name:
4.2.5.3.2. To add derivative control:
4.2.5.4. Simulating the Model with PID Control
4.2.5.4.1. Simulate the model as before
4.2.5.4.2. To view the results:
5. Control
5.1. Pendulum Tutorial (FMPY)
5.1.1. Getting Started
5.1.1.1. Objective
5.1.1.2. Prerequisites
5.1.1.3. Procedures
5.1.1.4. Estimated Time to Complete
5.1.2. Setting Input and Output of Control System
5.1.2.1. Task Objective
5.1.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
5.1.2.3. Understanding the System
5.1.2.4. Starting RecurDyn and Opening the Model
5.1.2.4.1. To start RecurDyn:
5.1.2.4.2. To open the Model:
5.1.2.5. Creating General Plant Input
5.1.2.5.1. Create General Plant Input
5.1.2.6. Creating General Plant Output
5.1.2.6.1. Create General Plant Output
5.1.3. Installing Python and Module
5.1.3.1. Objective
5.1.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
5.1.3.3. Installing Python and PyCharm
5.1.3.3.1. To Install Python
5.1.3.3.2. To Install Pycharm
5.1.3.4. Installing Python Module
5.1.3.4.1. To Install Python Module in Window Batch Command
5.1.3.4.2. To install Python Module in PyCharm
5.1.4. PID Control Using FMI (RecurDyn Client)
5.1.4.1. Objective
5.1.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
5.1.4.3. Exporting *.fmu File from RecurDyn Model
5.1.4.3.1. To Open the Model
5.1.4.3.2. Setting up RecurDyn FMI Co-Simulation Environment
5.1.4.4. Running the Python(*.py) File to Proceed with Co-Simulation
5.1.4.4.1. To Copy *.py file
5.1.4.4.2. Python File Description and Modification
5.1.4.4.3. Running Python File with Windows Batch Command (PD Control)
5.1.4.4.4. Check the Results
5.1.4.4.5. Running Python File with PyCharm (PID Control)
5.1.4.4.6. Check the Results
5.1.5. NN Control Using FMI (RecurDyn Client)
5.1.5.1. Objective
5.1.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete
5.1.5.3. Exporting *.fmu File from RecurDyn Model
5.1.5.3.1. To Open the Model
5.1.5.3.2. Setting up RecurDyn FMI Co-Simulation Environment
5.1.5.4. Running the Python(*.py) File to Proceed with Co-Simulation
5.1.5.4.1. To Copy *.py file
5.1.5.4.2. Python file description and modification
5.1.5.4.3. Running Python File with Window Batch Command
5.1.5.4.4. Check the Result
5.1.5.4.5. Running the Python File with Pycharm
5.1.5.4.6. Check the Result
6. TSG
6.1. Automotive Road Testing (TSG)
6.1.1. Overview
6.1.1.1. Task Objectives
6.1.1.2. Prerequisites
6.1.1.3. Procedures
6.1.1.4. Estimated Time to Complete this Task
6.1.2. Opening the Initial Model
6.1.2.1. Task Objectives
6.1.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete This Task
6.1.2.3. Opening the RecurDyn Model
6.1.2.3.1. To run RecurDyn and open the initial model
6.1.2.3.2. To save the model:
6.1.3. Defining Signals
6.1.3.1. Task Objectives
6.1.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete This Task
6.1.3.3. Defining Actuators
6.1.3.3.1. To create actuators:
6.1.3.3.2. To apply actuators:
6.1.3.4. Defining Sensors
6.1.3.4.1. To create sensors:
6.1.3.5. Defining Target Signals
6.1.3.5.1. To create target signals:
6.1.4. Performing FRF
6.1.4.1. Task Objectives
6.1.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete This Task
6.1.4.3. Performing FRF
6.1.4.4. Viewing FRF Result
6.1.5. Performing Iteration
6.1.5.1. Task Objectives
6.1.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete This Task
6.1.5.3. Performing Iteration
6.1.5.4. Viewing Iteration Result
7. Flexible
7.1. Compliant Clutch Tutorial (FFlex)
7.1.1. Getting Started
7.1.1.1. Objective
7.1.1.2. Audience
7.1.1.3. Prerequisites
7.1.1.4. Procedures
7.1.1.5. Estimated Time to Complete
7.1.2. Importing the Model Geometry
7.1.2.1. Task Objective
7.1.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
7.1.2.3. The Compliant Clutch Model
7.1.2.4. Starting RecurDyn
7.1.2.4.1. To start RecurDyn and create a new model:
7.1.2.5. Importing the Compliant Clutch Plate Mesh Data
7.1.2.5.1. To import a mesh data file:
7.1.2.6. Importing the Rigid Geometry
7.1.2.6.1. To import the driver:
7.1.2.6.2. To import the load ring:
7.1.2.6.3. To improve the rendering of the geometry:
7.1.2.6.4. Save the model
7.1.3. Adding Joints and Forces
7.1.3.1. Task Objective
7.1.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
7.1.3.3. Creating Revolute Joints
7.1.3.3.1. To create the driver joint:
7.1.3.3.2. To create the load joint:
7.1.3.4. Creating the Torque Expressions
7.1.3.4.1. To create the driving torque expression:
7.1.3.4.2. To create the load torque expression:
7.1.3.5. Creating the Driving and Load Torques
7.1.3.5.1. To create the driver torque:
7.1.3.5.2. To create the load torque:
7.1.3.5.3. Save the model
7.1.4. Defining Surfaces and Contacts
7.1.4.1. Task Objective
7.1.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
7.1.4.3. Contacts in the Model
7.1.4.3.1. Contact Layout Diagram
7.1.4.4. Creating the Patch Sets
7.1.4.4.1. To create a patch set on a flexible body:
7.1.4.4.2. At this point, you can either:
7.1.4.4.3. Save the model
7.1.4.5. Creating the Face Surfaces
7.1.4.5.1. To create a face surface on a rigid body:
7.1.4.5.2. To create the remaining face surfaces:
7.1.4.6. Creating the Contacts
7.1.4.6.1. Contact Layout Diagram
7.1.4.6.2. To create a driver arm contact:
7.1.4.6.3. To create the remaining driver arm contacts:
7.1.4.6.4. To create a plate-to-load contact:
7.1.4.6.5. To create the remaining plate-to-load contacts:
7.1.4.6.6. To clean up the display of the model:
7.1.4.7. Tuning the Contacts
7.1.4.7.1. To tune the contacts:
7.1.4.7.2. To add friction to the plate-to-load contacts:
7.1.4.7.3. Save the model
7.1.5. Creating a Boundary Condition
7.1.5.1. Task Objective
7.1.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete
7.1.5.3. Creating a Boundary Condition
7.1.5.3.1. To set up a boundary condition:
7.1.5.3.2. Save the model
7.1.6. Simulating the Model
7.1.6.1. Task Objective
7.1.6.2. Estimated Time to Complete
7.1.6.3. Setting up and Running the Simulation
7.1.6.3.1. To set up and run the simulation:
7.1.6.4. Enabling Contoured View of Stresses in the Clutch Plate
7.1.6.4.1. To enable the contour display:
7.1.6.5. Viewing the Animation Results
7.1.6.5.1. To play the animation:
7.1.6.5.2. When the animation finishes:
7.1.6.5.3. To adjust the contour display:
7.1.6.6. Plotting the Simulation Results
7.1.6.6.1. To compare rotational velocity and torque plots to the animation:
7.1.6.6.2. To plot the contact forces:
7.1.6.6.3. To apply a filter to the contact force data:
7.1.7. Appendix A: Creating the Remaining Patch Sets
7.1.7.1. Task Objective
7.1.7.2. Estimated Time to Complete
7.1.7.3. Creating the Remaining Patch Sets
7.1.7.3.1. To create the remaining patch sets:
7.2. Plasticity Bending Machine Tutorial (FFlex)
7.2.1. Overview
7.2.1.1. Task Objective
7.2.1.2. Prerequisites
7.2.1.3. Procedure
7.2.1.4. Estimated Time to Complete
7.2.2. Opening the Initial Model
7.2.2.1. Task Objective
7.2.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
7.2.2.3. Opening the RecurDyn Model
7.2.2.3.1. To run RecurDyn and open the initial model:
7.2.2.3.2. To save the model:
7.2.2.4. Simulating the Initial Suspension Model
7.2.2.4.1. To perform the initial simulation:
7.2.2.5. Viewing the Result
7.2.2.5.1. To view the results:
7.2.3. Generating a FFlex Body
7.2.3.1. Task Objectives
7.2.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
7.2.3.3. Creating the Box Geometry
7.2.3.4. Creating the Box Mesh
7.2.4. Performing Elastic Analysis
7.2.4.1. Task Objectives
7.2.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
7.2.4.3. Performing Dynamic Modeling
7.2.4.3.1. To create a patch set:
7.2.4.3.2. To create a contact:
7.2.4.4. Performing Elastic Analysis
7.2.4.4.1. To run the simulation:
7.2.4.4.2. To view the results:
7.2.4.4.3. To check the contour results:
7.2.5. Performing Plastic Analysis
7.2.5.1. Task Objectives
7.2.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete
7.2.5.3. Performing Plastic Modeling (1)
7.2.5.3.1. To create a plastic material:
7.2.5.4. Performing Plastic Analysis (1)
7.2.5.4.1. To run the simulation:
7.2.5.4.2. To view the results:
7.2.5.4.3. To check the contour results:
7.2.5.5. Performing Plastic Modeling (2)
7.2.5.5.1. To create a plastic material:
7.2.5.6. Performing Plastic Analysis (2)
7.2.5.6.1. To run the simulation:
7.2.5.6.2. To view the results:
7.2.5.6.3. To check the contour results:
7.2.6. Analyzing and Reviewing the Results
7.2.6.1. Task Objectives
7.2.6.2. Estimated Time to Complete
7.2.6.3. Analyzing the Plastic Analysis Results
7.2.6.3.1. Theoretical Explanation of Metal Plasticity
7.2.6.3.2. Comparing the Results of Plastic Analyses (1) and (2)
7.2.6.3.3. To compare the plot results:
7.2.6.3.4. Analyzing the Results
7.2.6.4. For Reference
7.2.6.4.1. Multi-linear Models
7.3. Bimetal Thermometer (FFlex)
7.3.1. Overview
7.3.1.1. Objective
7.3.1.2. Prerequisites
7.3.1.3. Procedures
7.3.1.4. Estimated Time to Complete
7.3.2. Generating an FFlex body
7.3.2.1. Objective
7.3.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
7.3.2.3. Opening the RecurDyn Model
7.3.2.3.1. To run RecurDyn and open the initial model:
7.3.2.3.2. To save the model:
7.3.2.4. Creating the Bimetal Mesh
7.3.2.4.1. To create Surface Mesh:
7.3.2.4.2. To create Manual Mesh:
7.3.2.4.3. To create Node Set:
7.3.2.5. To create FDR:
7.3.2.6. Setting Material Property
7.3.2.7. Creating the Patch Set
7.3.3. Creating Boundary and Thermal Conditions
7.3.3.1. Task Objective
7.3.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
7.3.3.3. Creating the Fixed Joint
7.3.3.4. Creating Convection
7.3.4. Simulating the Model
7.3.4.1. Task Objectives
7.3.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
7.3.4.3. Creating the Expression Scope
7.3.4.4. Performing Dynamic Analysis
7.3.4.4.1. To run the simulation:
7.3.4.4.2. To view the animation:
7.3.4.4.3. To view scope expression:
7.3.4.5. Comparing the results
7.3.4.5.1. To modify convection:
7.3.4.5.2. To run simulation:
7.4. Excavator Tutorial (RFlex)
7.4.1. Getting Started
7.4.1.1. Objective
7.4.1.2. Approach
7.4.1.3. Audience
7.4.1.4. Prerequisites
7.4.1.5. Procedures
7.4.1.6. Estimated Time to Complete
7.4.2. Opening the Initial Model
7.4.2.1. Task Objective
7.4.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
7.4.2.3. Starting RecurDyn
7.4.2.3.1. To start RecurDyn and open the initial model:
7.4.2.3.2. To save the initial model:
7.4.2.4. Running an Initial Simulation with the Rigid Boom
7.4.2.4.1. To run an initial simulation:
7.4.2.5. Viewing the Results
7.4.2.5.1. To view the results:
7.4.3. Swapping In the RFlex Body
7.4.3.1. Task Objective
7.4.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
7.4.3.3. Swapping In the RecurDyn RFlex Body
7.4.3.3.1. To swap in the RFlex body:
7.4.3.4. Viewing Stress Contour Plots
7.4.3.4.1. To view a stress contour plot:
7.4.4. Plotting the Results
7.4.4.1. Task Objective
7.4.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
7.4.4.3. Plotting the Dipper Stick’s Out-of-Plane Tilt
7.4.4.3.1. To plot the out-of-plane tilt:
7.4.4.3.2. To plot the rotational acceleration of the cab:
7.4.5. RFlex Body Review and Tuning
7.4.5.1. Task Objective
7.4.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete
7.4.5.3. Examining the RFlex Body
7.4.5.3.1. To isolate the flexible body to its own layer:
7.4.5.3.2. To examine the modes of the RFlex body:
7.4.5.4. Improving Simulation Performance
7.4.5.4.1. To improve simulation performance:
7.4.5.4.2. To compare the new and old results:
7.4.6. Appendix A : Creating the RecurDyn RFlex Input (RFI) File
7.4.6.1. Task Objective
7.4.6.2. Estimated Time to Complete
7.4.6.3. Preparing the Nastran Bulk Data File
7.4.6.4. Component Mode Reduction Method
7.4.6.5. Superelement Method
7.4.7. Appendix B: Supported FE Elements
7.4.7.1. Ansys Element Library
7.4.7.2. MSC/NASTRAN Element Library
7.4.7.3. I-DEAS Element Library
7.5. RFlexGen Crankshaft Tutorial (RFlexGen)
7.5.1. Overview
7.5.1.1. Tutorial Objectives
7.5.1.2. Prerequisites
7.5.1.3. Tasks
7.5.1.4. Estimated Time to Complete
7.5.2. Opening the Initial Model
7.5.2.1. Task Objectives
7.5.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
7.5.2.3. Opening the RecurDyn Model
7.5.2.3.1. To run RecurDyn and open the initial model:
7.5.2.3.2. To save the initial model:
7.5.2.4. Running the Initial Simulation on the 4-Cylinder Engine Model
7.5.2.4.1. To perform the initial simulation:
7.5.2.4.2. To view the results:
7.5.3. Generating the FFlex Body
7.5.3.1. Task Objectives
7.5.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
7.5.3.3. Creating the Crankshaft Mesh
7.5.3.3.1. To create the crankshaft mesh:
7.5.3.4. Conducting the Dynamic Analysis on the FFlex Body and Reviewing the Results
7.5.3.4.1. To conduct the dynamic analysis on the FFlex body:
7.5.4. Generating the RFlex Body Using RFlexGen
7.5.4.1. Task Objectives
7.5.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
7.5.4.3. Running RFlexGen
7.5.4.3.1. To run RFlexGen:
7.5.4.4. Creating the RFlex Body
7.5.4.4.1. To create the RFlex body:
7.5.4.5. Conducting a Dynamic Analysis on the RFlex Body and Reviewing the Results
7.5.4.5.1. To conduct a dynamic analysis on the RFlex body:
7.5.4.6. Running RFlexGen Again
7.5.4.6.1. To increase the number of modes and repeat the analysis, perform the following steps:
7.5.4.7. Replacing an RFlex Body
7.5.4.7.1. To replace an RFlex body:
7.5.4.8. Conducting a Dynamic Analysis on the RFlex Body and Reviewing the Results
7.5.4.8.1. To conduct a dynamic analysis on the RFlex body:
7.5.5. Analyzing and Reviewing the Results
7.5.5.1. Task Objectives
7.5.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete
7.5.5.3. Analyzing the Dynamic Analysis Results
7.5.5.3.1. Analysis of the results obtained from an FFlex body that was generated using the Mesher function
7.5.5.3.2. Comparison of these results with the results obtained using an RFlex body that was generated using RFlexGen
7.5.5.3.3. Comparison of the results after increasing the number of normal modes
7.5.5.3.4. Pros and cons of using an RFlex body generated by RFlexGen
8. Post Analysis
8.1. Vibrating Transmission (Acoustics)
8.1.1. Overview
8.1.1.1. Task Objectives
8.1.1.2. Prerequisites
8.1.1.3. Procedures
8.1.1.4. Estimated Time to Complete this Task
8.1.2. Simulating and analyzing the initial model
8.1.2.1. Task Objectives
8.1.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete This Task
8.1.2.3. Opening the Model
8.1.2.3.1. To copy the example model:
8.1.2.3.2. To run RecurDyn and open the initial model:
8.1.2.3.3. To analyze the model:
8.1.2.4. Performing Simulation
8.1.2.4.1. To run the simulation:
8.1.2.4.2. To view the result:
8.1.3. Changing an existing body to the RFlex body
8.1.3.1. Task Objectives
8.1.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete This Task
8.1.3.3. Modifying a Model Using a RFlex Body
8.1.3.3.1. To swap with a RFlex Body:
8.1.3.3.2. To change each rendering:
8.1.3.4. Redefining Contact
8.1.3.4.1. To create PatchSet:
8.1.3.4.2. To create Geo Surface Contact:
8.1.3.4.3. Modifying the property of GeoSurContact
8.1.3.4.4. To save the model:
8.1.3.5. Performing Simulation
8.1.3.5.1. To run the simulation:
8.1.3.5.2. To view the stress contour result:
8.1.3.5.3. To view animation:
8.1.4. Calculating Equivalent Radiated Power
8.1.4.1. Task Objectives
8.1.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete This Task
8.1.4.3. Viewing Acoustics Result
8.1.4.3.1. To create a patch set for Acoustics calculation:
8.1.4.3.2. To reload an animation:
8.1.4.3.3. To calculate Acoustics:
8.1.4.3.4. To view Acoustics scope:
8.1.4.4. Viewing Acoustics Results for Modal ERP
8.1.4.4.1. To recalculate Acoustics considering the modal ERP:
8.1.4.4.2. To view Acoustics scope:
8.1.4.4.3. To view the Acoustics Contour result:
8.1.5. Modifying and Analyzing the Model
8.1.5.1. Task Objectives
8.1.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete This Task
8.1.5.3. Replacing the Housing
8.1.5.3.1. To replace with a RFlex body:
8.1.5.3.2. To redefine contact:
8.1.5.3.3. To save the model:
8.1.5.3.4. To perform simulation after saving the model:
8.1.5.4. Viewing the Acoustics Result
8.2. FFlex ConnectingRod Tutorial (Durability)
8.2.1. Getting Started
8.2.1.1. Objective
8.2.1.2. Audience
8.2.1.3. Prerequisites
8.2.1.4. Procedures
8.2.1.5. Estimated Time to Complete
8.2.2. Reviewing the Model Setup
8.2.2.1. Task Objective
8.2.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
8.2.2.3. The Engine with Flexible Connecting Rod Model
8.2.2.4. Reviewing the Dynamic Simulation Results
8.2.2.4.1. To view the dynamic simulation results:
8.2.3. Performing the Fatigue Analysis
8.2.3.1. Task Objective
8.2.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
8.2.3.3. Defining a Surface for the Fatigue Analysis
8.2.3.3.1. To create a patch set for the fatigue analysis:
8.2.3.4. Setting Up and Running the Fatigue Analysis
8.2.3.4.1. To import the dynamic analysis animation data:
8.2.3.4.2. To set up and run the fatigue analysis:
8.2.3.5. Viewing the Fatigue Analysis Results
8.2.3.5.1. To view the fatigue analysis results:
8.2.3.6. Ensuring Enough Frames are Selected
8.3. FFlex Mesher Suspension Tutorial (Durability)
8.3.1. Introduction
8.3.1.1. Task Objectives
8.3.1.2. Requirements
8.3.1.3. Procedures
8.3.1.4. Estimated Time to Complete
8.3.2. Calling the Initial Model
8.3.2.1. Task Objective
8.3.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
8.3.2.3. Calling a Rdyn Model
8.3.2.3.1. To open RecurDyn and call the initial model:
8.3.2.3.2. To save the initial model:
8.3.2.4. Running an Initial Simulation with the Suspension Model
8.3.2.4.1. To run an initial simulation:
8.3.2.5. Viewing the Results
8.3.2.5.1. To view the results:
8.3.3. Creating an FFlex Body
8.3.3.1. Task Objective
8.3.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
8.3.3.3. Creating a UCA Body Mesh
8.3.3.4. Creating an LCA Body Mesh
8.3.4. Conducting Durability Analysis
8.3.4.1. Task Objective
8.3.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
8.3.4.3. Conducting a Durability Analysis on the UCA_FE Body
8.3.4.3.1. To create a patch set:
8.3.4.3.2. To retrieve the animation file:
8.3.4.3.3. To set the analysis preferences:
8.3.4.3.4. To conduct the fatigue evaluation:
8.3.4.3.5. To verify the contour results:
8.3.4.4. Conducting a Durability Analysis on an LCA_FE Body
8.3.4.4.1. To set the analysis preference:
8.3.4.4.2. To use a user-defined S-N curve:
8.3.5. Analyzing and Reviewing Results
8.3.5.1. Task Objective
8.3.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete
8.3.5.3. Analyzing Durability Results
8.3.5.3.1. Analyzing the results for the UCA_FE body
8.3.5.3.2. Analyzing the results for the LCA_FE body
8.4. RFlex Crankshaft Tutorial (Durability)
8.4.1. Introduction
8.4.1.1. Task Objectives
8.4.1.2. Requirements
8.4.1.3. Procedures
8.4.1.4. Estimated Time to Complete
8.4.2. Calling the Initial Model
8.4.2.1. Task Objective
8.4.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
8.4.2.3. Calling the Rdyn model
8.4.2.3.1. To run RecurDyn and call the initial model:
8.4.2.3.2. To save the initial model:
8.4.2.4. Running the Initial Simulation on the 4-Cylinder Engine Model
8.4.2.4.1. To run the initial simulation:
8.4.2.4.2. Viewing the results:
8.4.3. Creating an RFlex Body
8.4.3.1. Task Objective
8.4.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
8.4.3.3. Creating an RFlex Body
8.4.3.3.1. To create the RFlex body:
8.4.3.4. Conducting the Dynamic Analysis on the RFlex Body and Reviewing the Results
8.4.3.4.1. To conduct a dynamic analysis on the RFlex body:
8.4.3.4.2. To display the distribution of stress in the RFlex body:
8.4.4. Conducting the Durability Analysis
8.4.4.1. Task Objective
8.4.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
8.4.4.3. Conducting the Durability Analysis
8.4.4.3.1. To create a patch set:
8.4.4.3.2. To retrieve the animation file:
8.4.4.3.3. To set the analysis preferences:
8.4.4.3.4. To conduct the fatigue evaluation:
8.4.4.3.5. To verify the contour results:
8.4.4.3.6. To change the materials and conduct another fatigue evaluation:
8.4.4.3.7. To reset the patch set and derive the safety factor again:
8.4.5. Analyzing and Reviewing the Results
8.4.5.1. Task Objective
8.4.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete
8.4.5.3. Analyzing the Safety Factor Results
9. Toolkit
9.1. Riding Lawnmower with V-Belt Tutorial (Belt)
9.1.1. Getting Started
9.1.1.1. Objective
9.1.1.2. Audience
9.1.1.3. Prerequisites
9.1.1.4. Procedures
9.1.1.5. Estimated Time to Complete
9.1.2. Creating the Subsystem
9.1.2.1. Task Objective
9.1.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.1.2.3. Starting RecurDyn
9.1.2.3.1. To start RecurDyn and create a new model:
9.1.2.4. Creating a Belt Subsystem
9.1.2.4.1. To create a belt subsystem:
9.1.3. Creating the Geometric Entities
9.1.3.1. Task Objective
9.1.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.1.3.3. Creating the V-pulley
9.1.3.3.1. To create the V-pulley:
9.1.3.4. Creating the Roller
9.1.3.4.1. To create the roller:
9.1.3.5. Creating the V-belt Segment Definition
9.1.3.5.1. To create the V-belt segment definition:
9.1.4. Assembling the Belt
9.1.4.1. Task Objective
9.1.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.1.4.3. Defining the Path for the Belt
9.1.4.3.1. To define the path of the belt:
9.1.4.4. Fixing the Pulleys to Shafts
9.1.4.4.1. To create fixed joints:
9.1.4.5. Creating Revolute Joints
9.1.4.5.1. To create revolute joints:
9.1.4.6. Connecting the Motor Mount and Mower Deck to Ground
9.1.4.6.1. To connect the base plates to ground:
9.1.4.7. Applying Motion to the Motor Shaft
9.1.4.7.1. To get the motor running:
9.1.4.8. Applying a Force to the Tensioner Link
9.1.4.8.1. To create the force:
9.1.4.9. Running the Simulation
9.1.4.9.1. To run the simulation:
9.1.4.10. Viewing the Results
9.1.4.10.1. To view the results:
9.1.5. Refining the Model
9.1.5.1. Task Objective
9.1.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.1.5.3. Adding Flanges to the Rollers
9.1.5.3.1. To add flanges to the roller:
9.1.5.4. Modifying the Belt
9.1.5.4.1. To modify the belt assembly:
9.1.5.5. Adding Friction to the Blade Joints
9.1.5.5.1. To add friction:
9.1.5.6. Viewing the Results
9.1.5.6.1. To view the results:
9.1.6. Performing Optional Tasks
9.1.6.1. Task Objective
9.1.6.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.1.6.3. Creating a Slip Sensor
9.1.6.3.1. To create the sensor:
9.1.6.4. Requesting Output Data for Additional Segments
9.1.6.4.1. To track the tension:
9.1.6.5. Viewing the Results
9.1.6.5.1. To view the results:
9.1.6.6. Oscillating the Mower Deck
9.1.6.6.1. To oscillate Mower_Deck:
9.2. Forklift with Roller Chain Tutorial (Chain)
9.2.1. Getting Started
9.2.1.1. Objective
9.2.1.2. Audience
9.2.1.3. Prerequisites
9.2.2. Creating the Subsystem
9.2.2.1. Task Objective
9.2.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.2.2.3. Starting RecurDyn
9.2.2.3.1. To start RecurDyn and open the base model:
9.2.2.3.2. To save the initial model:
9.2.2.4. Creating the Chain Subsystem
9.2.2.4.1. To create the Subsystem:
9.2.2.4.2. To create the top link attachment body:
9.2.2.4.3. To create the bottom link attachment body:
9.2.2.4.4. To create the Roller:
9.2.2.4.5. To create the roller pin:
9.2.2.4.6. To create the fixed joints:
9.2.2.4.7. To create the bushing:
9.2.2.4.8. To define the Roller Link:
9.2.2.4.9. To create the Chain Assembly:
9.2.2.4.10. To create the top revolute connector:
9.2.2.4.11. To create the bottom revolute connector:
9.2.2.4.12. To adjust the stiffness and damping of the chain:
9.2.2.5. Simulate and Extract the Model
9.2.2.5.1. To simulate the model:
9.2.2.5.2. To extract the model:
9.2.2.5.3. To reset the model’s time offset:
9.2.3. Assembling the Forklift
9.2.3.1. Task Objective
9.2.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.2.3.3. Finish the Chain Subsystem
9.2.3.3.1. To move the clone links:
9.2.3.3.2. To deactivate the fixed joints:
9.2.3.3.3. To specify desired output links:
9.2.3.4. Copy and Connect the Chain to the Forklift
9.2.3.4.1. To copy the Chain Subsystem:
9.2.3.4.2. To move and rename the subsystems:
9.2.3.4.3. To create the bottom fixed joints:
9.2.3.4.4. To create the top fixed joints:
9.2.3.4.5. To create the fixed joints for the Roller_Pins:
9.2.3.5. Simulate the Forklift Model
9.2.3.5.1. To simulate the model:
9.2.3.5.2. To simulate the model:
9.2.3.5.3. To extract the model:
9.2.3.5.4. To set the lift velocity:
9.2.3.5.5. To set the angle-adjust displacement:
9.2.3.5.6. To run the final simulation:
9.2.3.6. Plot the Results
9.2.3.6.1. To generate the desired plots:
9.3. Planet Gear Tutorial (Gear)
9.3.1. Getting Started
9.3.1.1. Objective
9.3.1.2. Audience
9.3.1.3. Prerequisites
9.3.1.4. Procedures
9.3.1.5. Estimated Time to Complete
9.3.2. Creating the Planetary Gear Set model
9.3.2.1. Task Objective
9.3.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.3.2.3. Creating a New Model and Gear Subsystem
9.3.2.3.1. To create a new model:
9.3.2.3.2. To create a new gear subsystem:
9.3.2.4. Customizing Settings
9.3.2.4.1. To improve the graphic display of the model and results:
9.3.2.4.2. To turn off Shift When Pasting
9.3.2.5. Creating the Gears
9.3.2.5.1. To create the sun gear:
9.3.2.5.2. To create the planet gears:
9.3.2.5.3. To create the outer ring gear:
9.3.2.6. Arranging the Gears
9.3.2.6.1. To engage the first planet gear:
9.3.2.6.2. To engage the remaining two planet gears:
9.3.2.6.3. To align the outer ring gear:
9.3.2.7. Importing the Planet Gear Holder Geometry
9.3.2.7.1. To import the planet gear holder:
9.3.2.8. Creating the Joints
9.3.2.8.1. To create the joints:
9.3.2.9. Creating the 2D Contacts
9.3.2.9.1. To create the 2D Contacts:
9.3.2.9.2. To modify the 2D Contact parameters:
9.3.2.10. Applying a Motion Input and a Torque Load
9.3.2.10.1. To apply a motion input:
9.3.2.10.2. To apply a resistive torque load:
9.3.2.11. Running a Simulation
9.3.2.11.1. To run a simulation:
9.3.3. Studying Misalignment Effects
9.3.3.1. Task Objective
9.3.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.3.3.3. Switching to 3D Contacts
9.3.3.3.1. To create the 3D gear contacts:
9.3.3.3.2. To modify the 3D Contact parameters:
9.3.3.3.3. To deactivate the 2D gear contacts:
9.3.3.4. Simulating and Viewing the 3D Contact Results
9.3.3.4.1. To simulate and view the results:
9.3.3.5. Misaligning a Planet Gear
9.3.3.5.1. To misalign a planet gear:
9.3.3.6. Simulating the Misaligned Model and Comparing Results
9.3.3.6.1. To simulate the model:
9.3.3.6.2. To compare the results:
9.3.3.6.3. To adjust the y-axis scale:
9.3.4. Helical Gears
9.3.4.1. Task Objective
9.3.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.3.4.3. Creating the Model
9.3.4.3.1. To create the spur gears
9.3.4.3.2. To create the helical gears
9.3.4.3.3. To finish and simulate the model
9.3.4.3.4. To compare the driving torque results
9.4. Gearbox Tutorial (DriveTrain)
9.4.1. Getting Started
9.4.1.1. Objective
9.4.1.2. Prerequisites
9.4.1.3. Procedures
9.4.1.4. Estimated Time to Complete
9.4.2. Setting Up the Simulation Environment
9.4.2.1. Task Objective
9.4.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.4.2.3. Starting the RecurDyn
9.4.2.3.1. To start the RecurDyn and create a new model:
9.4.2.4. Importing the Gearbox Geometry
9.4.2.4.1. To import the gearbox CAD
9.4.2.4.2. To change the name of CAD and set layer
9.4.2.5. Adjusting the Icon, Marker Size and Layer
9.4.2.5.1. To adjust the icon and marker size
9.4.2.5.2. To adjust the layer setting
9.4.2.6. Saving the Model
9.4.3. Creating the Shaft
9.4.3.1. Task Objective
9.4.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.4.3.3. Creating the Shaft
9.4.3.3.1. To create the Shaft1
9.4.3.3.2. To create the Shaft2
9.4.3.3.3. To create the Shaft3
9.4.3.4. Saving the Model
9.4.4. Creating the Bearing
9.4.4.1. Task Objective
9.4.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.4.4.3. Creating the Bearing
9.4.4.3.1. To create the BearingGroup1, 2
9.4.4.3.2. To create the BearingGroup3, 4
9.4.4.3.3. To create the BearingGroup5, 6
9.4.4.4. Saving the Model
9.4.5. Creating the Gear
9.4.5.1. Task Objective
9.4.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.4.5.3. Creating the Gear
9.4.5.3.1. To create a CylindricalGearGroup1
9.4.5.3.2. To create a CylindricalGearGroup2
9.4.5.3.3. To adjust the Contact
9.4.5.4. Saving the Model
9.4.6. Creating the Joint and Force
9.4.6.1. Task Objective
9.4.6.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.4.6.3. Creating the Expression
9.4.6.4. Creating the Joint
9.4.6.4.1. To create the fixed joint
9.4.6.4.2. To create the revolute joint
9.4.6.4.3. To adjust the motion
9.4.6.5. Creating the Force
9.4.6.5.1. To create the rotational axial force
9.4.6.5.2. To create the rotational axial force
9.4.6.6. Performing Dynamic/Kinematic Analysis
9.4.7. Analyzing the Simulation Result
9.4.7.1. Task Objective
9.4.7.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.4.7.3. Analyzing the Shaft
9.4.7.3.1. Adjust the icon control
9.4.7.3.2. Adjust the rendering mode
9.4.7.3.3. Adjust the contour
9.4.7.3.4. To play an animation
9.4.7.3.5. To view the shaft1 scope
9.4.7.4. Analyzing the Bearing
9.4.7.5. Analyzing the Gear
9.4.8. Involute Analytic Contact
9.4.8.1. Task Objective
9.4.8.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.4.8.3. Creating the Involute Analytic Contact
9.4.8.3.1. Adjust the icon control
9.4.8.3.2. Inactive the kisssoft gear contact
9.4.8.3.3. To create the involute analytic contact
9.4.8.4. Performing Dynamic/Kinematic Analysis
9.4.8.5. Analyzing the Shaft
9.4.8.5.1. To view the shaft1 scope
9.4.8.6. Analyzing the Bearing
9.4.8.7. Analyzing the Gear
9.4.9. Campbell Diagram
9.4.9.1. Task Objective
9.4.9.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.4.9.3. Simulate the Campbell Diagram Model
9.4.9.3.1. To open the Campbell Diagram model
9.4.9.3.2. To save the Campbell Diagram model
9.4.9.3.3. To simulate the Campbell Diagram model
9.4.9.4. Adjusting the Analysis Tab
9.4.9.4.1. To adjust the Input Data
9.4.9.4.2. To adjust the Frame Settings
9.4.9.5. Adjusting the Plot Tab
9.4.9.6. Adjusting the Campbell Diagram
9.4.9.6.1. To use Zoom
9.4.9.6.2. To use Section View
9.4.9.6.3. To use 3D plot
9.4.9.6.4. To adjust the Contour
9.5. Piston Lubrication (EHD)
9.5.1. Overview
9.5.1.1. Task Objectives
9.5.1.2. Prerequisites
9.5.1.3. Procedures
9.5.1.4. Estimated Time to Complete this Task
9.5.2. Opening the Initial Model
9.5.2.1. Task Objectives
9.5.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete This Task
9.5.2.3. Opening the RecurDyn Model
9.5.2.3.1. To run RecurDyn and open the initial model
9.5.2.3.2. To save the model:
9.5.2.4. Performing Simulation
9.5.2.4.1. To perform the initial simulation:
9.5.2.4.2. To view the result:
9.5.3. Analyzing Piston Lubrication with Rigid Bodies
9.5.3.1. Task Objectives
9.5.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete This Task
9.5.3.3. Creating piston lubrication
9.5.3.4. Defining Piston Lubrication
9.5.3.5. Performing Dynamic Analysis on Piston Lubrication and Checking Its Result
9.5.3.5.1. To run the simulation for piston lubrication:
9.5.3.5.2. To view the result:
9.5.4. Analyzing Piston Lubrication with RFlex Bodies
9.5.4.1. Task Objectives
9.5.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete This Task
9.5.4.3. Creating RFlex Bodies
9.5.4.4. Creating PatchSet
9.5.4.5. Defining Modal Pressure Load to Piston
9.5.4.6. Configuring RFlex Body PatchSets for Piston Lubrication
9.5.4.7. Performing Dynamic Analysis on Piston Lubrication and Checking Its Result
9.5.4.7.1. To reduce the number of RFlex body modes:
9.5.4.7.2. To run the simulation for piston lubrication:
9.5.5. Analyzing the Results
9.5.5.1. Task Objectives
9.5.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete This Task
9.5.5.3. Viewing Contour Result
9.5.5.4. Viewing Plot Result
9.5.5.5. Checking Oil Film Thickness at Desired Points
9.5.6. Modifying Piston Profile and Analyzing Piston Lubrication
9.5.6.1. Task Objectives
9.5.6.2. Estimated Time to Complete This Task
9.5.6.3. Modifying Piston Profile
9.5.6.4. Analysis and Comparison
9.6. Media Transport System Tutorial (MTT2D)
9.6.1. Getting Started
9.6.1.1. Objective
9.6.1.2. Audience
9.6.1.3. Prerequisites
9.6.1.4. Procedures
9.6.1.5. Estimated Time to Complete
9.6.2. Setting Up Your Simulation Environment
9.6.2.1. Task Objective
9.6.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.6.2.3. Starting RecurDyn
9.6.2.3.1. To start RecurDyn and create a new model:
9.6.2.4. Creating a New Media Transport Subsystem
9.6.2.4.1. To create a MTT2D model:
9.6.2.5. Setting Up the RecurDyn User Environment
9.6.2.5.1. To set up the RecurDyn environment:
9.6.3. Creating and Analyzing the Media Transport Model
9.6.3.1. Task Objective
9.6.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.6.3.3. Creating the Sheet
9.6.3.3.1. To create the sheet:
9.6.3.4. Creating Roller Pair 1
9.6.3.4.1. To create a fixed roller:
9.6.3.4.2. To create the movable roller:
9.6.3.5. Creating Roller Pair 2
9.6.3.5.1. To create the roller pair:
9.6.3.6. Creating Two Linear Guides
9.6.3.6.1. To create the linear guides:
9.6.3.7. Creating an Arc Guide
9.6.3.7.1. To create an arc guide
9.6.3.8. Defining Roller Motion
9.6.3.8.1. To define the roller motion:
9.6.3.9. Running the Dynamic Simulation
9.6.3.9.1. To run the dynamic simulation:
9.6.3.10. Plotting Results
9.6.3.10.1. To plot the output data:
9.6.4. Optional Exercise 1 - Adding Speed and Distance Sensors
9.6.4.1. Task Objective
9.6.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.6.4.3. Setting Up the Model
9.6.4.3.1. To set up the model:
9.6.4.4. Creating the Speed Sensor
9.6.4.4.1. To create the speed sensor:
9.6.4.5. Creating a Distance Sensor
9.6.4.5.1. To create a distance sensor:
9.6.4.6. Running the Dynamic Simulation
9.6.4.6.1. To run the dynamic simulation:
9.6.4.7. Plotting the Results
9.6.4.7.1. To plot the sensor output data:
9.6.5. Optional Exercise 2 – Reverse Sheet Direction
9.6.5.1. Task Objective
9.6.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.6.5.3. Setting Up the Model
9.6.5.3.1. To set up the model:
9.6.5.4. Creating an Event Sensor
9.6.5.4.1. To create an event sensor:
9.6.6. Optional Exercise 3 – Checking the Sensitivity of Model
9.6.6.1. Task Objective
9.6.6.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.6.6.3. Setting Up the Model
9.6.6.3.1. To set up the model:
9.6.6.4. Modifying the Model
9.6.6.4.1. To modify the model:
9.7. Media Transport System with Design Study Tutorial (MTT2D)
9.7.1. Getting Started
9.7.1.1. Objective
9.7.1.2. Audience
9.7.1.3. Prerequisites
9.7.1.4. Procedures
9.7.1.5. Estimated Time to Complete
9.7.2. Setting Up Your Simulation Environment
9.7.2.1. Task Objective
9.7.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.7.2.3. Starting RecurDyn
9.7.2.3.1. To start RecurDyn and create a new model:
9.7.2.4. Adjusting the MTT2D Model from the First MTT2D Tutorial
9.7.2.4.1. To adjust the model:
9.7.3. Case 1: Parametric Study of Paper Thickness
9.7.3.1. Task Objective
9.7.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.7.3.3. Setting Up the Parametric Variable for Paper Thickness
9.7.3.3.1. To set up the parametric variable:
9.7.3.4. Setting Up the Design Variable for Paper Thickness
9.7.3.4.1. To set the design variable:
9.7.3.5. Setting Up the Performance Index
9.7.3.5.1. To set the performance index:
9.7.3.6. Setting Up and Running the Design Study
9.7.3.6.1. To set up and run the design study:
9.7.4. Case 2: Design of Experiments with Paper Thickness and Curl
9.7.4.1. Task Objective
9.7.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.7.4.3. Setting Up the Parametric Variable for Paper Curl
9.7.4.3.1. To set up the parametric variable:
9.7.4.4. Setting Up the Design Variable for Paper Curl
9.7.4.4.1. To set up the design variable for paper curl:
9.7.4.5. Setting Up and Running the Design of Experiments
9.7.4.5.1. To set up and run the design of experiments:
9.7.4.5.2. To review the results of the design of experiments:
9.7.5. Case 3: Design of Experiments with a Moving Guide Assembly
9.7.5.1. Task Objective
9.7.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.7.5.3. Saving the Model to a New File Name
9.7.5.3.1. To save the file to a new name:
9.7.5.4. Defining Parametric Points
9.7.5.4.1. To define the parametric points:
9.7.5.5. Add the Parametric Points to the Guide Definitions
9.7.5.5.1. To test the parametric points:
9.7.5.6. Creating Parametric Values to Control Location of the Assembly
9.7.5.6.1. To create parametric values:
9.7.5.7. Setting Up and Running the Design of Experiments
9.7.5.7.1. To add the design variables and set up and run the design of experiments:
9.7.5.8. Reviewing the Results of the Design of Experiments
9.7.5.8.1. To view the animations for trial 6:
9.7.5.8.2. To plot a family of curves for all of the trials:
9.8. Media Transport System with IGES Import Tutorial (MTT2D)
9.8.1. Getting Started
9.8.1.1. Objective
9.8.1.2. Audience
9.8.1.3. Prerequisites
9.8.1.4. Procedures
9.8.1.5. Estimated Time to Complete
9.8.2. Setting Up Your Simulation Environment
9.8.2.1. Task Objective
9.8.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.8.2.3. Starting RecurDyn
9.8.2.3.1. To start RecurDyn and create a new model:
9.8.2.4. Setting Up the RecurDyn User Environment
9.8.2.4.1. To set up the environment:
9.8.2.5. Importing the IGES Geometry
9.8.2.5.1. To import the IGES geometry:
9.8.3. Creating Geometry
9.8.3.1. Task Objective
9.8.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.8.3.3. Creating Roller Pairs
9.8.3.3.1. To create lower roller pair:
9.8.3.3.2. To create the upper roller pair:
9.8.3.4. Creating Sheet Guides at the Upper Passage
9.8.3.4.1. To create guides entities at the upper section
9.8.3.4.2. To change the color:
9.8.3.5. Creating Sheets Guides at the Middle Passage
9.8.3.5.1. To create guides entities at the middle passage:
9.8.3.6. Creating Sheet Guides at the Lower Section
9.8.3.6.1. To create guides entities at lower section:
9.8.3.6.2. To check the directionality of the linear and arc guides:
9.8.3.7. Defining and Moving the Backstop Body
9.8.3.7.1. To define and move the backstop body:
9.8.3.8. Refining the Backstop Body
9.8.3.8.1. To refine the backstop body:
9.8.4. Adding Logic
9.8.4.1. Task Objective
9.8.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.8.4.3. Adding Logic to Reverse the Paper
9.8.4.3.1. To create an event sensor:
9.8.4.3.2. Create an expression and assign it to RevJoint1:
9.8.4.3.3. To assign an expression to RevJoint3:
9.8.4.4. Adding Logic to Move the Backstop Body
9.8.4.4.1. Add logic to move the Backstop body:
9.8.4.5. Creating the Sheet
9.8.4.5.1. To create the sheet:
9.8.5. Running Simulation and Plotting Results
9.8.5.1. Task Objective
9.8.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.8.5.3. Running a Dynamic Simulation
9.8.5.3.1. To run a dynamic simulation:
9.8.5.4. Plotting Results
9.8.5.4.1. To plot the output data:
9.8.5.5. Optional Analysis
9.9. Media Transport Toolkit 3D Tutorial (MTT3D)
9.9.1. Getting Started
9.9.1.1. Objective
9.9.1.2. Model Used
9.9.1.3. Audience
9.9.1.4. Prerequisites
9.9.1.5. Procedures
9.9.1.6. Estimated Time to Complete
9.9.2. Creating the Model
9.9.2.1. Task Objective
9.9.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.9.2.3. Creating a New Model and MTT3D Subsystem
9.9.2.3.1. To create a new model:
9.9.2.3.2. To create a new MTT3D subsystem:
9.9.2.3.3. To adjust the Icon Size in the model:
9.9.2.3.4. To set the render mode to Wireframe:
9.9.2.4. Creating the Bottom Rollers
9.9.2.4.1. To create the bottom roller pair:
9.9.2.4.2. To edit the bottom fixed roller:
9.9.2.4.3. To edit the bottom movable roller:
9.9.2.5. Creating the Top Rollers
9.9.2.5.1. To create the first top roller pair:
9.9.2.5.2. To edit the first top fixed roller:
9.9.2.5.3. To edit the first top movable roller:
9.9.2.5.4. To edit the mass properties of the first top movable roller:
9.9.2.5.5. To change the program user copy/paste settings:
9.9.2.5.6. To duplicate the first top roller pair:
9.9.2.5.7. To move the duplicated roller pairs into place:
9.9.2.5.8. To create the multi-profile corrugating roller:
9.9.2.6. Adding Motion to the Fixed Rollers
9.9.2.6.1. To add motion to the bottom fixed roller:
9.9.2.6.2. To add motion to the top fixed rollers:
9.9.2.7. Creating the Guides
9.9.2.7.1. To create the inner arc guide:
9.9.2.7.2. To create the outer arc guide:
9.9.2.7.3. To create the inner linear guide:
9.9.2.7.4. To create the outer linear guide:
9.9.2.7.5. To create the circular guides:
9.9.2.7.6. To create the printer tray:
9.9.2.7.7. To rotate the paper tray:
9.9.2.8. Creating the Sheet
9.9.2.8.1. To create the sheet:
9.9.2.8.2. To align the sheet within the rollers:
9.9.3. Running a Simulation
9.9.3.1. Task Objective
9.9.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.9.3.3. Running a Simulation
9.9.3.3.1. To run the simulation:
9.9.3.3.2. To monitor the simulation:
9.9.3.4. Viewing the Completed Simulation Results
9.9.3.4.1. To open the completed model:
9.9.3.4.2. To view the stress contour plot:
9.9.4. Modifying the Design
9.9.4.1. Task Objective
9.9.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.9.4.3. Modifying the Design
9.9.4.3.1. To increase the radius of the corrugating rollers:
9.9.4.3.2. To realign the upper rollers:
9.9.4.4. Evaluating the Design Change
9.9.4.4.1. To open the previously completed model:
9.10. Low-mobility Tracked Vehicle Tutorial (Track_LM)
9.10.1. Getting Started
9.10.1.1. Objective
9.10.1.2. Audience
9.10.1.3. Prerequisites
9.10.1.4. Procedures
9.10.1.5. Estimated Time to Complete
9.10.2. Setting Up the Simulation Environment
9.10.2.1. Task Objective
9.10.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.10.2.3. Starting RecurDyn
9.10.2.3.1. To start RecurDyn and create a new model:
9.10.2.4. Importing the Chassis Geometry
9.10.2.4.1. To import the chassis geometry:
9.10.2.5. Merging the Bodies
9.10.2.5.1. To merge the bodies:
9.10.3. Defining the Track Components
9.10.3.1. Task Objective
9.10.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.10.3.3. Defining the Right Track Assembly
9.10.3.3.1. To define a new low-mobility track subsystem:
9.10.3.4. Creating a Track Shoe
9.10.3.4.1. To create a track shoe:
9.10.3.4.2. To import a new track link grouser profile:
9.10.3.5. Creating a Sprocket
9.10.3.5.1. To create a sprocket:
9.10.3.5.2. To import a new sprocket tooth profile:
9.10.3.6. Creating a Set of Road Wheels
9.10.3.6.1. To create a set of road wheels:
9.10.3.7. Creating an Idler
9.10.3.7.1. To create an idler:
9.10.3.8. Creating a Carrier Roller
9.10.3.8.1. To create a carrier roller:
9.10.4. Finishing the Track Subsystem
9.10.4.1. Task Objective
9.10.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.10.4.3. Assembling the Track
9.10.4.3.1. To assemble the track:
9.10.4.4. Creating a Track Frame
9.10.4.4.1. To create a track frame body:
9.10.4.5. Editing the Track Frame Body
9.10.4.5.1. To edit the track frame body:
9.10.4.6. Creating the Carrier Holder
9.10.4.6.1. To create the carrier holder:
9.10.4.7. Creating a Tensioner Body
9.10.4.7.1. To create a tensioner body:
9.10.4.8. Creating Joints
9.10.4.8.1. To create joints:
9.10.4.9. Adding a Motion Input
9.10.4.9.1. To add a motion input:
9.10.4.10. Validating the Track Subsystem Definition
9.10.4.10.1. To validate the subsystem:
9.10.5. Developing and Running the Full-vehicle Model
9.10.5.1. Task Objective
9.10.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.10.5.3. Adjusting the Subsystem Properties
9.10.5.3.1. To adjust the subsystem properties:
9.10.5.4. Positioning and Testing the Right Track Assembly
9.10.5.4.1. To position the subsystem:
9.10.5.4.2. To test the subsystem:
9.10.5.5. Creating the Left Track Subsystem
9.10.5.5.1. To create the left track subsystem:
9.10.5.5.2. To test the subsystem:
9.10.5.6. Defining a Terrain
9.10.5.6.1. To define the terrain:
9.10.5.6.2. To test the full-vehicle model with the terrain:
9.10.6. Track Subsystem Tuning (Optional)
9.10.6.1. Task Objective
9.10.6.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.10.6.3. Adjusting the Track Assembly Parameters
9.10.6.3.1. General Page:
9.10.6.3.2. Characteristics 1 Page:
9.10.6.3.3. Characteristics 2 Page:
9.10.6.3.4. Output Page:
9.10.6.4. Adjusting the Track Component Parameters
9.10.6.4.1. Contact between components and the track:
9.10.6.5. Setting Up a Mechanical Track Tensioner
9.10.6.5.1. Replace the Fixed joint with a Translational joint:
9.10.6.5.2. Add a Tensioning Spring
9.10.6.5.3. Validate the Track Tensioner
9.10.7. Adding the Blade Linkage (Optional)
9.10.7.1. Task Objective
9.10.7.2. Estimated Time to Complete
9.10.7.3. Saving a New RecurDyn Model
9.10.7.3.1. To save a new RecurDyn model:
9.10.7.4. Importing and Aligning the Blade Assembly Geometry
9.10.7.4.1. To import the blade assembly geometry:
9.10.7.4.2. To place the blade assembly geometry:
9.10.7.5. Adding Hydraulic Cylinders
9.10.7.5.1. To import the hydraulic cylinder subsystem:
9.10.7.5.2. To create the second hydraulic cylinder subsystem:
9.10.7.6. Positioning the Hydraulic Cylinders
9.10.7.6.1. To define the parametric points at the model level:
9.10.7.6.2. To link the parametric points and position the hydraulic cylinders:
9.10.7.7. Adjusting Size, Colors, and Motion of Hydraulic Cylinders
9.10.7.7.1. To adjust the size of the components of each hydraulic cylinder:
9.10.7.7.2. To adjust the color of the components of each hydraulic cylinder:
9.10.7.7.3. To adjust the motion of each hydraulic cylinder:
9.10.7.8. Defining Constraints for the Blade Assembly
9.10.7.8.1. To define the constraints:
9.10.7.8.2. Adjust the CMotion to fix the blade angle:
9.10.7.8.3. To test the full vehicle model with the blade assembly:
9.11. Driving J-Turn Tutorial (Tire)
9.11.1. Overview
9.11.1.1. Task Objectives
9.11.1.2. Prerequisites
9.11.1.3. Procedures
9.11.1.4. Estimated Time to Complete this Task
9.11.2. Setting up the simulation environment
9.11.2.1. Task Objectives
9.11.2.2. Estimated Time to complete this task
9.11.2.3. Start RecurDyn
9.11.2.3.1. Creating a new model
9.11.2.4. Resizing icons and markers
9.11.2.4.1. Changing the size of icons and markers
9.11.3. Vehicle modeling
9.11.3.1. Task Objectives
9.11.3.2. Estimated Time to complete this task
9.11.3.3. Creation of Chassis Body
9.11.3.3.1. Creating Chassis Geometry
9.11.3.3.2. Changing the property of Body1
9.11.3.4. Creation of Suspension Subsystem
9.11.3.4.1. Loading Suspension Subsystem
9.11.3.4.2. Changing Subsystem Mother Body
9.11.3.5. Create Translate Joint for Steering
9.11.3.5.1. Creating Translate Joint
9.11.3.5.2. Entering Motion in the Translate Joint
9.11.3.6. Creation of Rotational Axial Force for Power
9.11.3.6.1. Creation of Rotational Axial Force
9.11.3.6.2. To save the model
9.11.3.7. Creation of GRoad
9.11.3.7.1. Creating Box Geometry for creation of GRoad
9.11.3.7.2. Creating GRoad
9.11.3.8. Creation of GTire
9.11.3.8.1. Copying UA-Tire type Tire file
9.11.3.8.2. Creating GTire
9.11.3.8.3. Creating a Fixed Joint between GTire and WheelHub
9.11.3.8.4. To save the model
9.11.4. Analysis of driving
9.11.4.1. Task Objectives
9.11.4.2. Estimated Time to complete this task
9.11.4.3. Preparation for the analysis of driving
9.11.4.3.1. Define the Torque of running speed as Spline
9.11.4.3.2. Defining PV
9.11.4.3.3. Creating Reference Marker to measure vehicle speed
9.11.4.3.4. Defining Torque Expression
9.11.4.3.5. Entering Torque Expression
9.11.4.4. Implement the analysis of vehicle’s settling on the road
9.11.4.4.1. Implement the analysis of vehicle landing
9.11.4.5. Perform analysis on straight driving
9.11.4.5.1. Changing velocity PV
9.11.4.5.2. Perform analysis on straight driving
9.11.4.6. Analyze J-Turn driving
9.11.4.6.1. Modifying the Expression of Steering
9.11.4.6.2. Analyze J-Turn driving
9.11.4.6.3. Watching an animation by using the subsystem
9.11.4.7. Drawing a plot
9.11.4.7.1. Drawing a plot for J-Turn analysis
9.11.4.7.2. Exporting plot template
9.11.4.7.3. Connecting the plot template file
9.11.5. Modification and analysis of Tire Property
9.11.5.1. Task Objectives
9.11.5.2. Estimated Time to complete this task
9.11.5.3. Modification and analysis of UA-Tire Property
9.11.5.3.1. Implement the analysis after modifying the UA-Tire Property
9.11.6. Change and analysis of GRoad
9.11.6.1. Task Objectives
9.11.6.2. Estimated Time to complete this task
9.11.6.3. Change and analysis of GRoad
9.11.6.3.1. Changing velocity PV
9.11.6.3.2. Modifying the Steering Expression for straight driving
9.11.6.3.3. Modifying the UA-Tire Property
9.11.6.3.4. Copying GRoad files
9.11.6.3.5. Analyzing after changing to rough GRoad
9.11.6.3.6. Unlink the Plot Template File
9.11.6.3.7. Drawing a Plot for rough surface analysis
9.11.6.3.8. Analyzing after changing to GRoad with hills
9.11.6.4. Various analyses of driving (reference)
10. SPI
10.1. Water Sloshing (Particleworks)
10.1.1. Getting Started
10.1.1.1. Objective
10.1.1.2. Prerequisites
10.1.1.3. Procedures
10.1.2. Register Particleworks GUI in RecurDyn
10.1.2.1. Task Objective
10.1.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
10.1.2.3. Copy Configuration XML
10.1.2.3.1. To copy Particleworks.xml:
10.1.2.3.2. To paste XML in RecurDyn:
10.1.2.3.3. To confirm RecurDyn GUI:
10.1.2.3.4. To check a path of particle solver DLL:
10.1.3. Creating a Model in RecurDyn
10.1.3.1. Task Objective
10.1.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
10.1.3.3. Starting RecurDyn
10.1.3.3.1. To start RecurDyn and create a new model:
10.1.3.3.2. To save the model
10.1.3.4. Creating the Geometry
10.1.3.5. Creating the Translational Joint
10.1.3.6. Creating the Wall
10.1.3.7. Exporting the *.wall
10.1.3.8. Analyzing the RecurDyn Model
10.1.3.8.1. Executing the Simulation Without Co-Simulation:
10.1.3.8.2. To display an animation of the simulated motion:
10.1.4. Creating a Model in Particleworks
10.1.4.1. Task Objective
10.1.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
10.1.4.3. Starting Particleworks
10.1.4.3.1. To create a new model:
10.1.4.3.2. Copy the RecurDyn files:
10.1.4.4. Setting up the Pre-process
10.1.4.4.1. To import the Wall from the Wall file:
10.1.4.4.2. To set the transparency of a Wall:
10.1.4.4.3. To set the domain:
10.1.4.4.4. To create the particles:
10.1.4.4.5. To create and set the physical properties of the fluid:
10.1.4.4.6. To configure the particles and environment:
10.1.4.4.7. To configure the analysis conditions:
10.1.4.4.8. To create the particles:
10.1.4.5. Preparing for Co-Simulation with RecurDyn
10.1.4.5.1. Simulation in Particleworks Independent of RecurDyn:
10.1.5. Co-Simulation
10.1.5.1. Task Objective
10.1.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete
10.1.5.3. Co-Simulation
10.1.5.3.1. To run co-simulation in RecurDyn:
10.1.5.3.2. To view the progress of analysis:
10.1.5.4. Working with Animations
10.1.5.4.1. To play an animation:
10.1.5.4.2. To display a particle contour:
10.1.5.5. Working with Plots
10.1.5.5.1. To view the driving torque:
10.1.6. Particleworks Postprocessing
10.1.6.1. Task Objective
10.1.6.2. Estimated Time to Complete
10.1.6.3. Working with Animations
10.1.6.3.1. To play an animation:
10.1.6.3.2. To create the probe:
10.1.6.4. Creating the Surface
10.1.6.4.1. To create the surface:
10.1.6.4.2. To hide the particle animation:
10.1.7. Result Analysis and Review
10.1.7.1. Task Objective
10.1.7.2. Estimated Time to Complete
10.1.7.3. A Comparative Analysis of Results
10.1.7.3.1. A comparative analysis of fluid behavior results:
10.1.7.3.2. A comparative analysis of fluid pressure result:
10.2. Styler (Flex – Particleworks)
10.2.1. Overview
10.2.1.1. Task Objectives
10.2.1.2. Prerequisites
10.2.1.3. Procedures
10.2.2. Register Particleworks GUI in RecurDyn
10.2.2.1. Task Objective
10.2.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
10.2.2.3. Copy Configuration XML
10.2.2.3.1. To copy Particleworks.xml:
10.2.2.3.2. To paste XML in RecurDyn:
10.2.2.3.3. To confirm RecurDyn GUI:
10.2.2.3.4. To check a path of particle solver DLL:
10.2.3. Modifying a RecurDyn Model
10.2.3.1. Task Objectives
10.2.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete This Task
10.2.3.3. Defining a patch set
10.2.3.4. Creating walls
10.2.3.5. Exporting a *.wall file
10.2.4. Creating a Particleworks Model
10.2.4.1. Task Objectives
10.2.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete This Task
10.2.4.3. Starting Particleworks
10.2.4.3.1. Create a new model
10.2.4.3.2. Copying a RecurDyn model and wall-related files
10.2.4.4. Configuring a preprocess
10.2.4.4.1. Import a wall file
10.2.4.4.2. Set Wall_Outer_Tank.obj transparency
10.2.4.4.3. Configure the camera
10.2.4.4.4. Set a domain
10.2.4.4.5. Create an inflow
10.2.4.4.6. Create and configure physical properties
10.2.4.4.7. Configure particles and preferences
10.2.4.4.8. Configure analysis conditions
10.2.4.4.9. Create particles
10.2.4.5. Preparing for Co-simulation
10.2.5. Co-simulation
10.2.5.1. Task Objectives
10.2.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete This Task
10.2.5.3. Co-simulation
10.2.5.3.1. Perform co-simulation in RecurDyn
10.2.6. Checking the Analysis Results
10.2.6.1. Task Objectives
10.2.6.2. Estimated Time to Complete This Task
10.2.6.3. Checking Contour
10.3. Cleated Belt Conveyor (EDEM)
10.3.1. Overview
10.3.1.1. Task Objectives
10.3.1.2. Prerequisites
10.3.1.3. Procedures
10.3.2. Registering EDEM GUI on the RecurDyn Ribbon
10.3.2.1. Task Objectives
10.3.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete This Task
10.3.2.3. Importing the Configuration XML File
10.3.2.3.1. To copy the EDEMV1_1_0.xml file:
10.3.2.3.2. To paste the file into the RecurDyn folder:
10.3.2.3.3. To check the RecurDyn GUI:
10.3.2.3.4. To check the path of Particle Solver DLL:
10.3.3. Simulating and Analyzing the Initial Model
10.3.3.1. Task Objectives
10.3.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete This Task
10.3.3.3. Opening the Model
10.3.3.3.1. To copy the example model:
10.3.3.3.2. To run RecurDyn and open the initial model:
10.3.3.3.3. To analyze the model configuration:
10.3.3.4. Performing Simulation
10.3.3.4.1. To run the simulation:
10.3.3.4.2. To view the result:
10.3.4. Creating and Exporting a Wall
10.3.4.1. Task Objectives
10.3.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete This Task
10.3.4.3. Creating walls
10.3.4.3.1. To create PatchSet:
10.3.4.3.2. To create walls:
10.3.4.4. To export a *.wall file:
10.3.5. Creating an EDEM Model
10.3.5.1. Task Objectives
10.3.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete This Task
10.3.5.3. EDEM Creator
10.3.5.3.1. To execute EDEM and set RecurDyn coupling:
10.3.5.3.2. To create material:
10.3.5.3.3. To modify the particle shape:
10.3.5.3.4. To open the RecurDyn wall:
10.3.5.3.5. To define the zones created by particles:
10.3.5.3.6. To set gravity:
10.3.5.3.7. To save the model:
10.3.5.4. EDEM Simulator
10.3.5.4.1. To set the simulator:
10.3.5.4.2. To activate coupling:
10.3.6. Co-simulation
10.3.6.1. Task Objectives
10.3.6.2. Estimated Time to Complete This Task
10.3.6.3. Co-simulation
10.3.6.3.1. To perform co-simulation in RecurDyn:
10.3.6.3.2. To view the result:
10.3.6.4. EDEM Analyst
10.3.6.4.1. To set the simulator:
10.3.7. Analyzing and Reviewing the Results
10.3.7.1. Task Objectives
10.3.7.2. Estimated Time to Complete This Task
10.3.7.3. Post Process
10.3.7.3.1. To create particle sensors:
11. eTemplate
11.1. 4WD Loader Tutorial (eTemplate)
11.1.1. Precautions
11.1.1.1. Prerequisites
11.1.1.2. Overview
11.1.1.3. Task Objective
11.1.2. Opening the 4WD Hydraulic Hose Model
11.1.2.1. Estimated Time to Complete
11.1.2.2. Starting RecurDyn
11.1.2.2.1. To start RecurDyn and open recent models:
11.1.2.2.2. To save the initial model:
11.1.2.2.3. To Change the Model Layer Number:
11.1.3. Defining the Auto Contact
11.1.3.1. Task Objective
11.1.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
11.1.3.3. Understanding the Contacts to be Created
11.1.3.4. Creating the Solid Contact
11.1.3.4.1. To collect information to create the RecurDyn entity:
11.1.3.5. Defining the Template Sheet
11.1.3.5.1. To define the Template_Format Sheet:
11.1.3.5.2. To define the Template_Data Sheet:
11.1.3.5.3. To run the eTemplate:
11.1.3.6. Performing a Simulation
11.1.3.6.1. To perform a simulation:
11.1.3.7. Viewing the Result
11.1.3.7.1. To view the result:
11.1.4. Defining Segment Contact
11.1.4.1. Task Objective
11.1.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
11.1.4.3. Defining Segment Contact
11.1.4.3.1. To delete the eTemplate Solid Contact:
11.1.4.3.2. To create additional eTemplate Solid Contact:
11.1.4.3.3. To run the eTemplate:
11.1.4.4. Performing a Simulation
11.1.4.4.1. To perform a simulation
11.1.4.5. Viewing the Result
11.1.4.5.1. To view the result:
11.2. Track_LM Tutorial (eTemplate)
11.2.1. Getting Started
11.2.1.1. Objective
11.2.1.2. Audience
11.2.1.3. Prerequisites
11.2.1.4. Procedures
11.2.1.5. Estimated Time to Complete
11.2.2. Modifying Template_Format Sheet
11.2.2.1. Task Objective
11.2.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
11.2.2.3. Modifying Template_Format Sheet
11.2.2.3.1. To modify Template_Format Sheet
11.2.3. Using Master Sheet
11.2.3.1. Task Objective
11.2.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
11.2.3.3. Using Master Sheet
11.2.3.4. Editing Master Sheet
11.2.3.4.1. To use master sheet
11.2.3.4.2. To edit sub sheets
11.2.3.4.3. To edit Master Sheet
11.2.4. Creating Track_HC Sheet for eTemplate HC (Hierarchy Connector)
11.2.4.1. Task Objective
11.2.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
11.2.4.3. Understanding Track System
11.2.4.3.1. To construct Track System
11.2.4.4. Editing Track_HC Sheet
11.2.4.4.1. To input data in Track_HC Sheet
11.2.5. Creating Bodies
11.2.5.1. Task Objective
11.2.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete
11.2.5.3. Creating Chassis Bodies
11.2.5.4. Creating Right-side Undercarriage
11.2.5.4.1. To create a track frame:
11.2.5.4.2. To create a sprocket:
11.2.5.4.3. To create an idler:
11.2.5.4.4. To create wheels:
11.2.5.4.5. To create a carrier roller:
11.2.5.4.6. To create a tensioner:
11.2.5.5. Creating Left-side Undercarriage
11.2.5.5.1. To create a track frame:
11.2.5.5.2. To create a sprocket:
11.2.5.5.3. To create an idler:
11.2.5.5.4. To create wheels:
11.2.5.5.5. To create a carrier roller:
11.2.5.5.6. To create a tensioner:
11.2.6. Creating Track Assembly
11.2.6.1. Task Objective
11.2.6.2. Estimated Time to Complete
11.2.6.3. Creating Clone Link
11.2.6.3.1. To create a clone link
11.2.6.4. Creating Track Assembly
11.2.6.4.1. Creating Right-side Track Assembly
11.2.6.4.2. Creating Left-side Track Assembly
11.2.7. Creating Joints
11.2.7.1. Task Objective
11.2.7.2. Estimated Time to Complete
11.2.7.3. Creating Fixed Joints
11.2.7.3.1. To create Fixed Joint between Chassis and Track Frame
11.2.7.4. Creating Revolute Joints
11.2.7.4.1. Revolute Joint creation and motion-defined
11.2.7.4.2. To create Revolute Joint
11.2.7.5. Creating Ground
11.2.8. Changing Settings
11.2.8.1. Task Objective
11.2.8.2. Estimated Time to Complete
11.2.8.3. Changing Dynamic Analysis Settings
11.2.8.3.1. To change parameters for dynamic analysis:
11.2.8.4. Changing Display Settings
11.2.8.4.1. To change Icon/Marker size:
11.2.8.4.2. To change Background Color:
11.2.9. Importing eTemplate File and Running Simulation
11.2.9.1. Task Objective
11.2.9.2. Estimated Time to Complete
11.2.9.3. Importing eTemplate File
11.2.9.3.1. To import eTemplate file:
11.2.9.3.2. To executing eTemplate:
11.2.9.4. Performing Analysis
11.2.9.4.1. To perform Analysis:
11.3. Macpherson Strut Design Study Tutorial (eTemplate)
11.3.1. Overview
11.3.1.1. Task Objectives
11.3.1.2. Prerequisites
11.3.1.3. Procedures
11.3.2. Sample Model Study
11.3.2.1. Task Objectives
11.3.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
11.3.2.3. Opening the Sample Model
11.3.2.3.1. To run RecurDyn and open the initial model:
11.3.2.3.2. To check the components in the model:
11.3.2.3.3. To save the model:
11.3.2.3.4. To perform parametric modeling:
11.3.2.3.5. To Preform Parametric Value Modeling
11.3.2.3.6. To run the simulation:
11.3.3. Run Modification Mode
11.3.3.1. Task Objectives
11.3.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
11.3.3.3. Creating a Modification Template
11.3.3.3.1. To create a Template_Format sheet:
11.3.3.3.2. To create a Template_Data sheet:
11.3.3.3.3. To enter the parameters used to change a PV value:
11.3.3.4. Running a File in Modification Mode
11.3.3.4.1. To run the Modification Mode Template
11.3.4. Run Plot Automation
11.3.4.1. Task Objectives
11.3.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
11.3.4.3. Obtaining Results Automatically
11.3.4.3.1. To enter the simulation parameters:
11.3.4.3.2. To enter the plot automation parameters:
11.3.4.4. Using the Automation Tool
11.3.4.4.1. To run the Modification Mode template:
11.3.4.4.2. To modify the model and run the simulation:
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5.1. Pendulum Tutorial (FMPY)
5.1.1. Getting Started
5.1.1.1. Objective
5.1.1.2. Prerequisites
5.1.1.3. Procedures
5.1.1.4. Estimated Time to Complete
5.1.2. Setting Input and Output of Control System
5.1.2.1. Task Objective
5.1.2.2. Estimated Time to Complete
5.1.2.3. Understanding the System
5.1.2.4. Starting RecurDyn and Opening the Model
5.1.2.4.1. To start RecurDyn:
5.1.2.4.2. To open the Model:
5.1.2.5. Creating General Plant Input
5.1.2.5.1. Create General Plant Input
5.1.2.6. Creating General Plant Output
5.1.2.6.1. Create General Plant Output
5.1.3. Installing Python and Module
5.1.3.1. Objective
5.1.3.2. Estimated Time to Complete
5.1.3.3. Installing Python and PyCharm
5.1.3.3.1. To Install Python
5.1.3.3.2. To Install Pycharm
5.1.3.4. Installing Python Module
5.1.3.4.1. To Install Python Module in Window Batch Command
5.1.3.4.2. To install Python Module in PyCharm
5.1.4. PID Control Using FMI (RecurDyn Client)
5.1.4.1. Objective
5.1.4.2. Estimated Time to Complete
5.1.4.3. Exporting *.fmu File from RecurDyn Model
5.1.4.3.1. To Open the Model
5.1.4.3.2. Setting up RecurDyn FMI Co-Simulation Environment
5.1.4.4. Running the Python(*.py) File to Proceed with Co-Simulation
5.1.4.4.1. To Copy *.py file
5.1.4.4.2. Python File Description and Modification
5.1.4.4.3. Running Python File with Windows Batch Command (PD Control)
5.1.4.4.4. Check the Results
5.1.4.4.5. Running Python File with PyCharm (PID Control)
5.1.4.4.6. Check the Results
5.1.5. NN Control Using FMI (RecurDyn Client)
5.1.5.1. Objective
5.1.5.2. Estimated Time to Complete
5.1.5.3. Exporting *.fmu File from RecurDyn Model
5.1.5.3.1. To Open the Model
5.1.5.3.2. Setting up RecurDyn FMI Co-Simulation Environment
5.1.5.4. Running the Python(*.py) File to Proceed with Co-Simulation
5.1.5.4.1. To Copy *.py file
5.1.5.4.2. Python file description and modification
5.1.5.4.3. Running Python File with Window Batch Command
5.1.5.4.4. Check the Result
5.1.5.4.5. Running the Python File with Pycharm
5.1.5.4.6. Check the Result