Model setup

Model definition

The aim of this study is to compare the results from a static analysis performed in CalculiX, Code_Aster and Elmer Finite-Element codes. Hertz contact geometry will be used to measure the software performance. The aim of this benchmark is to examine the \(\tau_{max}\) of the model equal of 502MPa. The highest von Mises stresses should be found in z equal to 0,2374mm.

Simulation input files used in this study can be found on our GitHub!

Tip

The benchmark geometry shown above is interactive and it shows von Mises Stress [MPa].

Hertz contact model

Fig. 9 Sketch of the Hertz contact model

Target solution

\(\tau_{max}\)= 502 MPa and highest von Mises stresses at point y = 0,2374mm are expected

Material properties

Property

Value

Unit

Young’s modulus, E

20000000

Pa

Poissons ratio, \(\nu\)

0.30

-

Boundary conditions

  • symmetry along vertical axis,

  • symmetry along horizontal axis.

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Pressure of 10MPa along horizontal lower edge of block.