3 Replies Latest reply on Feb 4, 2011 2:09 PM by Anthony Botting

Bolt Series Results

Matthew Tucker Jan 27, 2011 9:41 AM

When I run an analysis without using a bolt series, I can get the resultant loads on the bolt. When I run a simulation with a bolt series connecting three components, I cannot get the resultant forces on the bolt. I get an error that says "Pin/Bolt/Bearing forces are not available due to non-existent connectors or changes in the connector faces." The only difference between the two models is whether or not I have the box checked for advanced series. How do I get the shear values and tension values on the bolt when using the series bolt feature?

Re: Bolt Series Results

Anthony Botting Feb 4, 2011 12:03 PM (in response to Matthew Tucker)

Matthew: i got it to work if I select only the shank face of the middle component (I tried three stacked plates and the "Bolt Series" option). I was able to reproduce the error message you see, when I selected all shank faces of each component. Can you let me know if that fixes it for you? -Tony
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  Matthew Tucker Feb 4, 2011 1:06 PM (in response to Anthony Botting)
  
  Hey Tony,
  
  That does work! Thanks for the response.
  
  Matt
  
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    Anthony Botting Feb 4, 2011 2:09 PM (in response to Matthew Tucker)
    
    Thanks for letting me know, Matt. The error handling message was not very descriptive as to what the user is supposed to do. -Tony
    
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