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Subject: Re: Struc: Axisymmetric model
Author: Cheng Wei chengwei2000@
Date: 2001-01-29 21:54:00

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Sent: Tuesday, January 30, 2001 2:15 AM

> Hello everyone,

> I have an axisymmetric model. In the real application, the device includes
> two supports joined by a cable (optical fibre). How could I include this
> cable in an axisymmetric model ? The cable is initially in tension. The
> cable can not support compression (tension-only behavior). What element
> should I choose ?

I think LINK10 is a suitable element witch can deal with tension-only or
compression-only property.

Hope it's helpful.

Cheng Wei

Cheng Wei chengwei2000@c...
College of Civil Engineering,
Hunan University,
Changsha, Hunan, PRC

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