Applying Loads
An important aspect of structural analysis is the formulation of the forces applied to the modeled structure. The freedom is available to use custom expressions, predefined or user-defined coordinate systems, and even variables from other modeling physics interfaces.
Loads can be applied in the structural mechanics interfaces on the body, face, edge, or point levels. Add The Solid Mechanics Interface () to the Model Builder, then from the Physics toolbar, Domains, Boundaries, Edges, and Points menus, click to select Body Load, Face Load, Edge Load, or Point Load. This guide includes a detailed description of the functionality for each physics interface.
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