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Superelement representations (Simcenter Samcef)
You can choose to represent each superelement in one of the following ways:
Symbolic representation (spider) that is used in post-processing.
Simplified representation that is used in pre- and post-processing.The simplified representation displays a generic representation of the superelement based on Simcenter Samcef dummy elements.This representation can be used when you add that superelement in an AFEM. For more information, see FE Model Component Representation dialog box (Simcenter Samcef).
For an example of the available representations, see Managing superelement representations (Simcenter Samcef).
Where do I find it?
| Application | Pre/Post |
|---|---|
| Prerequisite | A Simulation file as the work part and displayed partSimcenter Samcef as the specified solverStructural or Axisymmetric and other 2D Structural as the specified analysis typeSuperelement Creation as the specified solution typeStatic or Dynamic as the specified Superelement Type |
| Location in dialog box | Output page → Superelement Representation |
Look up more details
Solution dialog box (Simcenter Samcef Superelement Creation Analysis)
FE Model Component Representation dialog box (Simcenter Samcef)
Quick links
Command reference
Pre/Post video examples
Bulk Entry Descriptions
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Superelement representations (Simcenter Samcef), Simcenter 3D 2021.1 Series
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