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09 October 2019 4,700 2 View

Why different meshes give total different results in Abaqus model?

I am studying a 2D model for ideal plastic case.I am confused why different element size gives different results,I know that more elements give better results but at least the results should be...

08 September 2019 6,307 6 View

How to deal with locality problems in ccNUMA architectures?

I'm studying Locality optimizations on ccNUMA architecture.I've started reading the book Introduction to high performance computing for scientists and engineers but there is a something that i...

05 June 2019 9,411 1 View

How to derive the shape functions for a serenditipity 2D element?

How to derive shape functions from a serendipity 2d element with nodes placed on arbitrary positions?

02 March 2019 8,359 3 View

Why full integration FE elements are over stiff?

Why full integration FE elements are over stiff desping reduced ones?

01 February 2019 5,386 4 View

Does the order of shape functions affect the continuity of stress field in linear fem?

If we use higher order shape functions (for example in a truss element) does this increase the continuity of stress field or the stress will remain discontinuous?

01 February 2019 3,837 4 View

Does hourglass instabilities exists in a Q4 elements with 2 Gaus points?

Does hourglass instabilities exists in a Q4 elements with reduce integration using 2 Gaus points?

01 February 2019 3,994 8 View

How to mesh a pipe in abaqus?

Guys I'm new in abaqus and I have some problems.I am struggling to mesh a flanged pipe.I know that I have to create partitions but I can not do it.Any suggestions?

31 December 2018 9,521 6 View

How to increase continuity in FEM?

My question is how to increase the continuity of displacements in case of truss or plane elements. For example from C0 continuity to C1.Is this possible?

31 December 2018 302 5 View

How to solve thermomechanical problem?

I am new in abaqus and I have a problem in order to solve a thermomechanical problem.Can you please tell how to define the refference temperature in my model? I tried to but I think my results...

31 December 2018 8,283 8 View

Dear all, I was wondering if anyone knows whether MGLtools and Autodock can run on Mac OS?

I have tried to download the 64-bit version of MGLtools however, as many times as I have downloaded and uninstall the programs, an error arises that the app needs to be updated. Thank you.

03 March 2021 5,997 2 View

I got 02 moderator values defining Johnson-Neyman significance regions. Is it an error?

Hi everyone, I am conducting research for my Master's thesis. I am using PROCESS by Johnson-Neyman to analyze my Moderator model. I test the relationship between Public Service Motivation and...

03 March 2021 2,350 2 View

Do I need to do linear regression before running mediation analysis using PROCESS MACRO by Hayes ?

I just wanted to check if I need to run a linear regression separately if I am using PROCESS MACRO to run mediation analysis. Thank you.

02 March 2021 4,359 3 View

Do I need to strip the PVDF membrane before staining it with colloidal gold?

Dear Colleagues, After running Western blot on PVDF membrane and detection using ECL, I would like to stain my PVDF with colloidal gold to be able to allign the ECL image with total proteins on...

02 March 2021 7,829 3 View

PACYC PCR not working after several attempts. Would anyone have any suggestions?

So, I have been trying to run a pACYC PCR which will be used later on for a Gibson Assembly. However the PCR is not working. I have already tried gradient PCR and changing extension time; however...

02 March 2021 1,146 2 View

What SPSS analysis should I run with one IV (with two levels) and two DVs?

Hi, I am trying to figure out which test would be most appropriate to run for the following question: Is there a difference in task blood pressure between smokers and non-smokers? There are two...

01 March 2021 8,235 2 View

How to define and get results (stresses) for certain points of a model in abaqus, using python? When the size of the model changes?

I want to do a parameter study of a aixsymmetric cylinder in Abaqus. I want to create several jobs where I get the stresses for 3 different points in my model. These points are defined. I wrote a...

01 March 2021 10,078 1 View

Joint behaviour in Abaqus is not captured well?

I am working on roof joint and trying to simulate the behaviour in Abaqus. I am successful in running the model but the final graph does not follow the experimental curve in the negative direction...

01 March 2021 6,661 3 View

OpenBCI eeg--has anyone used them?

I'm looking to try out an off-the-shelf EEG set for some exploratory work. Curious if anyone has used the OpenBCI, and how much set-up work is required. I've heard they are more difficult to get...

01 March 2021 4,128 3 View

Which one is easier and better at modeling slender masonry structures? ANSYS or ABAQUS?

I need to model masonry and reinforced concrete minarets for my MSc thesis. Which one is easier and better at modeling slender masonry structures? ANSYS or ABAQUS? (Or any other program for just...

01 March 2021 736 3 View