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Ansys, Inc. is an American company based in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania. It develops and markets multiphysics engineering simulation software for product design, testing and operation and offers its products and services to customers worldwide.
Ansys was founded in 1970 by John Swanson. Swanson sold his interest in the company to venture capitalists in 1993. Ansys went public on NASDAQ in 1996. In the 2000s, Ansys acquired numerous other engineering design companies, obtaining additional technology for fluid dynamics, electronics design, and other physics analysis. Ansys became a component of the NASDAQ-100 index on December 23, 2019.

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  1. S

    Post-buckling behaviour of steel bracing in ANSYS workbench

    Hi, I am trying to use ANSYS workbench to model a steel frame with steel cross bracing (HSS 32*32*3). The post-buckling behaviour should be similar to the Remennikov-Walpole analytical model (1997) where in a rigidly fixed ended brace three plastic hinges will form in buckling. The expected...
  2. cehen

    ANSYS transient thermal boundary conditions

    Hi all. I don't have as much experience with thermal analyses in ANSYS, and I can't quite figure out a problem that I'm working on. I'm trying to find the temperature distribution in a box that has a circle in the center. I want to define constant temperature b.c.'s at the walls and the circle...
  3. Mohamed_Wael

    Ansys non-linear stress strain curve

    If I am using a new material in ansys, let's say I assigned it as solid linear elastic and I assigned density, young's modulus and poisson's ration and then I applied large deformation for this material so that it should be experience non-linearity ...I wonder how Ansys can give the results...
  4. Mohamed_Wael

    Ansys 2D Workbench Simulation: Symmetry & Convergence

    I am doing a 2D Ansys workbench simulation ,it is nonlinear simulation due to frictionless contact, there is symmetry in the shape so I used the symmetry option to reduce the computation time and it succeeded to converge after that I tried the simulation of the whole body but it always fails...
  5. A

    Solid65 convergence problems in ANSYS workbench

    Hi everyone,, I am modeling the debonding between concrete and CFRP subjected to tangential loading (Mode II) using ANSYS Workbench, I used (CZM/VCCT) techniques to model the debonding. as you know with workbench you can't choose the element type directly. you have to insert commands for...
  6. Mohamed_Wael

    Large Deflection Ansys: Solving w/o Large Deflection?

    What happens if I turned off large deflection in a simulation which has large deflection in Ansys workbench ? should the solution be totally wrong ? will it fail to solve ?
  7. Mohamed_Wael

    Friction-less / Friction contacts in Ansys

    As far as I know both the friction or the frictionless contact types in Ansys doesn't prevent motion in the perpendicular direction. I have been following this tutorial https://goo.gl/w8sIlG (no need to open) but I have found something strange when I do the same but without changing the analysis...
  8. A

    ANSYS System Coupling: Mechanical-Electrical Inquiry

    I have an inquiry about how to make a system coupling between mechanical and electrical system in ANSYS program.
  9. Mohamed_Wael

    Meshing Failed in Ansys Workbench: Causes & Alternatives

    I have been working on example of the book of ansys workbench by H.H.LEE but I tried to do different mesh using : mesh control <method<Multizone/hexa unfortunately I got an error message saying that the mesh failed and can't be performed. Does anyone who why does meshing might fail and what is...
  10. Neil Chheda

    Ansys Solution as Input Geometry

    So I have a rectangular section as my geometry that needs to be formed in three stages. So after 1st operation I want to take that deformed shape and perform another operation (all analysis use Explicit Dynamics). Is this possible in ANSYS? Thanks in advance
  11. Geth

    Model electrodes and plates in ANSYS

    Hello, I am trying to model an electric setup in ANSYS Workbench. I want to model some charged surfaces surrounded by charges. Then these are in an electric field created by two electrodes. I uploaded an image for visual aid. I have been playing around with the software for a while an am...
  12. Mohamed_Wael

    How can I determine the overall stiffness matrix for a structure using Ansys?

    Hi, I know that Ansys APDL can determine the stiffness matrix for any structure, I would like to know if I can determine the overall stiffness for this structure or not if yes how can I do this? thanks.
  13. M

    Mesh problem in Ansys Turbogrid

    in ansys turbogrid i faced a setting that couldn't find out how it works and couldn't find an appropriate description for that. Near Wall Element Size specification in mesh data object that has 3 methods(1-absolute 2-y+ 3-normalize) i upload an image from software if someone know anything...
  14. lord sauron

    Importing Mechanical Apdl geometry in Ansys Workbench

    hi.. i want to import only the geometry defined in mechanical apdl into ansys workbench so that i want to have the freedom to change the geometry and meshing whenever i want to. thankyou
  15. L

    Free Vibration simulation in Ansys

    Hi everyone, i facing a problem which is the ansys simulation setting problem. I had use modal analysis simulate and get the result. But the problem is the result for three axis which is x, y and z axis also have same value for the frequency. Is that any setting i missed up?
  16. upender singh

    Counter flow diffusion flame simulation using Fluent

    Hi, I am trying to model a counter flow diffusion flame using ansys fluent with fuel/oxidiser as methane/air. The problem is that the flame temperature(800 K) is much lower than what it should be(>1600 K). I am using Non premixed combustion module with steady diffusion flamelet and adiabatic...
  17. CopyOfA

    Modeling and Measuring an Electromagnetic Coil in ANSYS HFSS

    I've been attempting to model a simple electromagnetic coil using HFSS, and have so far been unsuccessful. I have no problems constructing the coil; this is a simple geometry problem. I have a wire of a known geometry with insulation surrounding the wire, then a construct a helical path and then...
  18. Liub

    Ansys - only tension element

    Hi, What element should I use to model a tension-only (no bending stiffness) cable/chordae? The problem is that I need to use a hyperelastic material model with it. And LINK180 does not support the hyperelastic material model. Thanks!
  19. Omish

    Ansys Fluent solving without initial amounts

    Hi I have a pipe Which has constant heat flux from walls. I need to get pressure drop (dP) and temperature rise (dT) in outlet as results. I know the velocity inlet, but don't have pressure inlet and tempreture inlet. Would fluent be able to solve the modeling and give me dP and dT? I emphasize...
  20. T

    Harmonic Analysis with Ansys APDL: Obtaining Strain and Stress Solutions

    Hi everyone, I have done the Harmonic Analysis of my model with Ansys APDL 17.0 (ACADEMIC version), and I have obtained only the DOF solution of my nodes but i need the Strain and Stress solution . How can I get it? Thanks. Tonino Sepe.
  21. L

    Force vibration analysis (ansys)

    Hi everyone, i have a question related with ansys. I request to do free vibration and force vibration for my final year project, my project title is optimum baby hammock stand. For free vibration i search from online to get the result by using modal solver (attachment below). For force vibration...
  22. V

    Post Buckling Analysis in ANSYS

    Hello everyone, I am trying to use ANSYS to calculate the reaction force in the edge of a buckled thin plate. (One edge is constrained and the other edge is displaced). According to what I read in the Help Documentation, the study should be done in Static Structural, and a stabilization...
  23. happytolearn

    ANSYS WorkbenchError:SOLVE is not a recognized PREP7 command

    I am using Moving_heat_R150_v3 ACT extension in ANSYS Workbench.But while solving the problem it shows following error- SOLVE is not a recognized PREP7 command, abbreviation, or macro.This command will be ignored. It seems to be like there is a problem in the extension.Is it possible to edit it?
  24. M M Ali Rafique

    Heat Transfer Problem in Ansys

    Dear All, I am facing a problem in Ansys Ansys issue. I am solving a model (Transient Thermal Analysis (Heat Flow from Hydrothermal Vessel)) in Ansys 16.2 Workbench While reaching modeling stage, and upon running the simulation, program gives an below errorAn error occurred while starting...
  25. B

    Calculate the inductance of thick solenoid by ansys maxwell

    hello, how we calculate the inductance of thick solenoid by ansys maxwell ..!:wideeyed:
  26. Z

    Multibody Parts in Ansys Workbench

    Hello, can I have one simple question? I need create a Multibody Parts in Ansys Workbench. But I haven´t a Design Modeller. How do I create it? Thanks you. Pavel
  27. GauravU

    Open circuit test of 3 phase transformer in Ansys Maxwell

    Hi all, I am designing a three phase 11000/433 Volts Delta/Star 50 Hertz transformer in Ansys Maxwell. It has 792 turns in 6 layers on HV side (132 turns per layer) and 18 turns in 2 layers (9 turns per layer). The resistance as I have calculated is 0.1325 ohms per phase of HV winding and 5.57...
  28. Tallus Bryne

    ANSYS Fluent error reading .cas file

    This is my first time using ansys Fluent, and I am trying to follow this tutorial for modeling a heat exchanger under various conditions. I have been provided with a "Case 1 Mesh" file of the extension type .cas which is to be used in our simulation involving several or one heating element(s)...
  29. Shawndude

    Rigid block between two cyllinders Ansys apdl

    i want to analyse a two cylinders of different materials between which a rigid block of certain width exists. I am using CE command to connect the nodes of both the cylinders and the constant in Ce equation denotes the width of the the rigid block. When i solve the above problem , stress...
  30. Shawndude

    Analysing 2 Material Cylinder w/ Internal Pressure 100 Units

    I am trying to analyse a two material cylinder glued together .The cylinder is subjected to internal pressure of 100 units. The problem i am facing is that the radial stress at the inner radius (where the internal pressure is applied) is not equal to the internal pressure.I.E. if the internal...
  31. M

    Ansys Maxwell mechanical rotation problem

    Hie all. I want to implement an electromechanical system in maxwell. According to its sample projects,in order to define rotational movement, I should define a "Band" object that encloses all rotating parts. The problem is that in my problem the Band object can't be a non-hollow cylinder. I mean...
  32. happytolearn

    Transient thermal analysis in ANSYS

    I want to do a transient thermal analysis in butt welded joint.The heat flow I have given 3200 watt(Q = efficiency x current x voltage = 0.8 x 160 amp x 25 volt)to the welding zone, given 20 load step(as welding is completed in 20 sec),convection co-efficient = 11.14, emissivity = .4 and applied...
  33. happytolearn

    Modeling in ANSYS WORKBENCH

    Please help.I want to do transient analysis on welded joint.So for moving heat source I have to select multiple patches along the weld joint.From tutorial I came to know that it can be done by imprint faces while extruding lines,but when I tried it by extrusion in operation it does not show the...
  34. T

    Modeling Jet Fans in Parking Ventilation in Ansys CFX

    Hi , I'm new to CFD. I'm modeling a parking ventilation system in ansys CFX. I'm having some trouble modeling the jet fans . I went as follows. I created a fresh air inlet (Opening BC), an exhuast outlet (outlet BC) and in the middle I distributed jet fans .The jet fans are modeled as sub...
  35. M

    Problems in excitation and boundary while doing ANSYS transient

    hi, I m designing a current transformer in ansys. initially i designed a 3D toroidal (split) core. i wanted to get the B-H curves by varying different permabilities of core with different frequencies.the current injection is through the conductor which is in centre of core. but i am facing a...
  36. L

    Analyzing the Effects of Lifting on a Wagon and Train Model in Ansys Workbench

    Hello! I wish to do a lifting analysis in Ansys workbench. Basically it is a wagon with a train on it. I wish to analyse what happens to the model when lifting the wagon which has the weigth of the wagon+train. What is the easiest way to analyse what will happen to the wagon when lifting it...
  37. A

    Ansys workbench Composite Analysis

    Hello All, I am a master student working on my thesis. am using ANSYS workbench to model the debonding between FRP and Concrete (Single Shear Test). The geometry is very simple, so meshing and sketching were easy. however I have the following quires about loading and interfaces. 1. I want to...
  38. Vivek Sagar

    How to perform forced vibration analysis cal using ansys

    Hi, My problem is that I have a flat rectangular plate acted by in-plane concentrated force. I want to do the forced modal analysis for 5 modes using ansys for this plate. Can anyone tell me how to do this. Regards, Sagar
  39. D

    How to find the natural frequency in ansys apdl

    Hi! I am new in ansys. I am doing rotor dynamic study of a high speed rotating shaft. the shaft comprise of two discs and at the it ends the shaft is supported by the bearing I am facing problem in modelling stage please tell me how to model the bearing and disc briefly.I am uploading the image...
  40. V

    Unexpected changing of the geometry in ANSYS Workbench

    Hello! I started recently to use ANSYS Workbench 15 to solve a stiffness problem of a three parts assembly. I have a general knowledge about FEM. I create the geometry in the Design Modeler by inserting the assembly from Solidworks 2010. It is a three parts assembly like a bicycle's wheel. Two...
  41. Joydeep Munshi

    ANSYS 14.5 Workbench Geometry and Mesh editor problem

    Hi everyone, I have recently installed ANSYS 14.5. But after opening workbench, while trying to open Fluent I am getting problems like "Unable to start the geometry editor." and "Unable to start the Meshing editor." I have attached the error screen shot. Please help me out in this. Thanks a lot.
  42. CFDFEAGURU

    ANSYS Workbench and MESH200 Elements: EMODIF

    Hello all, I have been doing a number of analysis that require the use of Workbench and Spaclaim and Classic (APDL). SpaceClaim is used to bring in the geometry and defeature it and to create the proper components with elimination of contacts thru the use of the Share Topology feature. This is...
  43. Devraj Dutt

    ANSYS Maxwell Optimetrics Error Handling

    A common problem with optimization of machines is that occasionally, some of the variable combinations will not be geometrically feasible. For example, if magnet angle is being parameterized in an IPMSM, it might be that at some point, the magnet skews so much that it juts out of the rotor...
  44. S

    How can I properly add plies to a composite leaf spring in ANSYS APDL?

    Hi, I'm analyzing a composite leaf spring using ANSYS APDL, the leaf spring has a thickness of 12mm, and since it is a composite material, it is composed of many plies, I'm assuming the ply thickness to be 0.125mm. I imported the geometry as a Parasolid x_t. And the element type I used is...
  45. S

    ANSYS workbench moving plate contact

    Hello, I am trying to make contact between a stationary line body and a moving plate that will compress the line body. But I could not make contact between them. There is also a automatic connection generated but while simulation it does not show the contact instead the moving plate...
  46. K

    Standard used in Ansys to design

    how change the standard adopted during designing in ANSYS Static Structural? i am new in ANSYS. Please help
  47. J

    How do I model a spring in Ansys 2D for a linear generator?

    Hi friends, I am working on a model of linear generator. I have modeled the linear generator in Ansys 2D. Now I want to attach a spring to one end of the rotor and see how it works with the spring attached to it. How do I model the spring? Also is there any proper way to determine the damping...
  48. C

    Modeling a multi-story building using Ansys Apdl 14.5

    Hello I am new to Ansys and currently conducting a study on ''property of lightweight structures'' I have read and watched videos online but nobody has the tutorials...i'm hoping someone here can help me on how to model a multi-storey building using Ansys...I hope this post makes sense. Thanks
  49. D

    Axial Fan Modal Analysis ANSYS

    Hi, We have an axial fan in the lab that apparently vibrates badly ("wobbles") at certain frequencies. To find the resonance and the bad frequencies, I decided to do an ANSYS modal analysis. I am still pretty new to it, and have a few questions. 1) Regardless of how many modes I pick...
  50. W

    Can ANSYS Analyze the Difference in Gap Values for Contact Surfaces?

    I'm an intern currently and doing some analytic project in a company. So i am required to determine the gap between 2 contact surface (2 O-rings). I've obtain some result by using "node to node" contact with some commands and also probe "gap". There's some difference between the results and the...
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