Aim is to simulate the shape of Mobius strip (an elastic ribbon) in simple way ( using Abaqus Learning edition). In literature, Mobius strip is modeled as Kirchhoff Rod / Cosserat plate. But, such specialized continuum models can't be incorporated without user subroutines - Abaqus Learning edition provides us with no user subroutine provision.
Creating geometric model is fine but what should be discretization & element to be used? Material model is isotropic, linear elastic.
Alvin Molberg
Create a flat surface with a desired width Rotate it 180 degrees to create the Möbius strip shape Extrude the twisted surface in the thickness direction Use shell elements like S4R or S4 Have at least 10-20 elements across the width and length of the strip Use a linear elastic isotropic material model Constrain one end of the strip https://caeassistant.com/product/meshing-bundle/
For modeling the shape of a Möbius strip in Abaqus Learning Edition:
For meshing:
For material modeling:
For boundary conditions:
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