topic Re: Simulation - can I simulate 2 parts fitting over each other? in Fusion Design, Validate & Document Forum

Simulation - can I simulate 2 parts fitting over each other?

men8ifr — Sun, 09 Feb 2020 18:08:28 GMT

I would like to simulate a C clip fitting over a tube, can this be done?

If so what are the basic steps to do it? I can run simulation OK applying a force to it but not sure if this can be done or where to start?

Re: Simulation - can I simulate 2 parts fitting over each other?

I_Forge_KC — Sun, 09 Feb 2020 19:01:20 GMT

Hi there!

What you're looking for sounds like the event simulation study type.

Check out this tutorial for a similar kind of simulation that you should be able to adapt your workflow.

https://youtu.be/fD23GKQ6rgQ

Re: Simulation - can I simulate 2 parts fitting over each other?

men8ifr — Sun, 09 Feb 2020 19:33:37 GMT

Thankyou that's exactly what I needed to know.

Re: Simulation - can I simulate 2 parts fitting over each other?

men8ifr — Sun, 09 Feb 2020 19:37:19 GMT

As a further question though, as this needs to use the event simulation that I don't think is available on my hobby license, is it possible for a simpler linear analysis to specify a deflection amount rather than a force?

Re: Simulation - can I simulate 2 parts fitting over each other?

henderh — Mon, 10 Feb 2020 22:19:34 GMT

You can try using a constraint called Prescribed displacement.
It's sort of an inverse of a force. Instead of a force creating a displacement, its a displacement creating a force.