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Let first look at Total Deformation. Under Solution (A6), click on Total Deformation. The Total Deformation plot is then shown in the Graphics window. The maximum deflection is 0.026644 in. We should check that our results make sense. It appears that the boundary conditions have been satisfied as the tip of the shaft moves downward and the hole at the other end of the crank is held in place.

https://confluence.cornell.edu/download/attachments/112040800/Deformation.png

Note: To show the original undeformed crankbeam, go to third menu click and click on

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Now let's look at the stress on  the crankbeam. Left clicking on User Defined Result under Solution (A6). In the Graphics window show the crank stress contour.

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