02. How to add Concentrated Forces to separate load case(s) and combine with another load case (ex.


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June 2023
23.00.00.230

Problem:

Two forces on different locations on a pipe stress model. Each force should be in a separate load case combined with GR.(S0 GR+F1 and GR+F2). Both forces are not working together. How can I do the load case set up so each force is in a separate load case?

Solution:

Simple, insert a Concentrated Force and assign it to a User load case (U1..U140). Analyze the model with the added load cases,  and confirm a combination correctly adds the Concentrated force to the desired load case. If not, create user combination(s) as needed. Lastly, for non-linear analysis consider load case load sequence and change as needed. 

Ex. If Concentrated forces were added to both U1 and U2, confirm combination Gr+U1 and Gr+U2 exist

See Also

Concentrated Force

Bentley AutoPIPE