OS-E:0900 Seam Weld Fatigue Analysis and Size Optimization of a Frame Structure
Demonstrates Seam weld fatigue optimization using OptiStruct.
![](../../../images/solvers/seam_weld_analysis_frame_fe_model.png)
Figure 1. FE-Model
Model Description
- FE Model
- Elements Types
- CQUAD
- MAT1
- Young’s Modulus
- 2.1E5 MPA
- Poisson Ratio
- 0.3
- Density
- 7.9E-9
![](../../../images/solvers/seam_weld_analysis_frame_size_opt_plot.png)
Figure 2. Size Optimization Plot and Fatigue Life Plot
Results
![](../../../images/solvers/seam_weld_analysis_frame_results.png)
Figure 3. Fatigue Life Optimization of the Frame Observations
Model Files
The model files used in this example include:
<install_directory>/demos/hwsolvers/optistruct/examples/frame_seam2_opt.fem