Ansys Mechanical Day 4, Buckling

Overview: Re-Use the previous 5X5 Column Geometry, and update its material to Polyethylene.

Next:

Execute a static structural analysis then find the first five buckling modes by solving a buckling analysis
Multiply the ‘load multiplier’ by the initial load from the static analysis to determine the force needed to buckle the column

Challenge: Without shortening the column, modify the geometry so that the column is 50% lighter, while maximizing the buckling load.

Next: Go back to the Connecting Rod Compression Load Case

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