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Author: Samuel H. Smith, Cornell University

3D Conduction: Tips and Tricks

2. Geometry

If Importing a Geometry from a CAD Package:

  • Divide the geometry into various components; this will be called an "assembly" in a standard CAD package.
  • Use the STEP format (.stp).  This is the most stable format.  
  • After opening the model in ANSYS Mechanical, you will see a "Connections" folder in the tree. Make sure that the contact regions are all set to "bonded."
    This is the default contact.

3. Mesh

4. Setup (Physics)

7. Verification and Validation



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