Symmetry
Use the Symmetry node to add a boundary condition that represents symmetry in the geometry and in the loads. A symmetry condition is free in the plane and fixed in the out-of-plane direction.
Shell Properties
The selection in this section only acts as a filter for the boundary selection. The constraint is applied all through the thickness of the shell.
Table 6-41: Layer Selections; Symmetry.
Selection
Use All Layers
Selection of Individual Layers
Edge
Same as interface selection when the node is added.
No
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All other settings for the Symmetry node are described in the documentation for Symmetry in the Solid Mechanics interface.
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For a general description of layer and interface selections, see The Shell Properties and Interface Selection Sections.
Location in User Interface
Context Menus
Layered Shell>Symmetry
Ribbon
Physics tab with Layered Shell selected:
Edges>More Constraints>Symmetry