ANSYS 12 - Beam - Step 5

Step 5: Solution

Now that we have set up the boundary conditions, we can actually solve for a solution. Before we do that, let's take a minute to think about what is the post-processing that we are interested in. We are interested in the deflection and bending stress on the beam. Let's set up those post-processing parameters before we click solve button.

Let's start with inserting Total Deformation.

Outline > Solution (A6) > Insert > Total Deformation

Next let's insert beam tool that will enable us to look at the stresses on the beam.

Outline > Solution (A6) > Insert > Beam Tool > Beam Tool

We would also like to look at the Force Reaction at point A and B.

Outline > Solution (A6) > Insert > Probe > Force Reaction

Select Remote Displacement (which is point A) next to Boundary Condition under Details of "Force Reaction".

Do the same step for Remote Displacement 2 (point B).
Next we will like to check and see that the moment at point A and B is zero.
Outline > Solution (A6) > Insert > Probe > Moment Reaction
Select Remote Displacement (which is point A) next to Boundary Condition under Details of "Moment Reaction".

Do the same step for Remote Displacement 2 (point B).
We are done setting up all the results. Click Solve at the top menu to obtain a solution. 

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