Workshop D
Nonlinear Contact Model for Insertion and Removal of a 3D Mechanical Connector

This model is  2-part mechanical connecter. The spring leg is inserted into the chassis and then removed. The main goal of this analysis is find out the force required to insert the spring leg into the chassis and then remove it from the chassis. It is also desired to find out the resulting stresses in the connector due to insertion and removal.

 

This workshop emphasizes achieving models that solve quickly while giving high quality results. This animation shows excessive penetration, which the student must avoid.