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Lattice Structural Analysis
Prerequisites: 101: nTop Essentials, 102: Guide to Meshing, 210: Intro to Lattices, 240: Intro to Simulation What will be covered:
  • Three methods for simulating lattice structures in nTop
  • Learn the process for setting up and running a simulation using each of these methods from scratch
  • The key differences between these different methods, their advantages and limitations, and when to use each

Before We Begin

Lattice Simulation Options and Comparison

Methods for Simulating Lattices

Method 1: Using Solid Elements

Follow Along: Lattice Simulation Using Solid Elements

Method 2: Using Beam or Shell Elements

Follow Along: Lattice Simulation Using Beam or Shell Elements

Method 3: Homogenization

Follow Along: Homogenized Lattice Simulation

Download: Completed Lattice Simulation nTop Files

Knowledge Check: Lattice FEA

Optional Lattice FEA Test Problem

Optional: Lattice FEA Problem Statement

Answer to Lattice FEA Test Problem

What’s Next

Resources

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