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| * ++ What file types does Intact.design accept?| \\ You can import STL, PLY, .off, .3ds, OBJ, DXF, and VRML files directly to Intact.design. Files can also be imported through Onshape, so any solid model file format that Onshape accepts can be analyzed in Intact.design. See [[wiki: | * ++ What file types does Intact.design accept?| \\ You can import STL, PLY, .off, .3ds, OBJ, DXF, and VRML files directly to Intact.design. Files can also be imported through Onshape, so any solid model file format that Onshape accepts can be analyzed in Intact.design. See [[wiki: | ||
| - | * ++Can Intact.design simulate structural foams?| \\ Yes, since structural foams are just a type of geometry. ++ | + | * ++ I can't find my Onshape file when trying to import to Intact. |
| + | * ++ Is there a way to visualize the "mesh of space" that encloses the solid for analysis?| \\ Yes, Intact.design allows you to visualize the solution grid by selecting the checkbox **[Show Basis Functions]** in the Simulation Setup window. | ||
| * ++Can Intact.design perform thin shell analysis, say for very thin plastics? | \\ The answer depends on the available resolution. Intact.design uses " | * ++Can Intact.design perform thin shell analysis, say for very thin plastics? | \\ The answer depends on the available resolution. Intact.design uses " | ||
| ====Loads and Restraints==== | ====Loads and Restraints==== | ||
| - | * ++ How do I know what loads and restraints are being applied with one of the quick scenarios? | \\ See [[wiki: | + | * ++ How do I know what loads and restraints are being applied with one of the quick scenarios? | \\ See [[wiki: |
| + | * ++ Can I apply more than one of the quick scenarios? | \\ The six quick scenarios are designed to setup a common, easily recognizable scenario in seconds. If you'd like to apply more than one load type to your model, use the **Advanced** option. ++ | ||
| * ++ Can I apply a combination of different loads to a face?| \\ Yes. With the Advanced feature, any number or combination of loads may be applied to any faces of the solid. ++ | * ++ Can I apply a combination of different loads to a face?| \\ Yes. With the Advanced feature, any number or combination of loads may be applied to any faces of the solid. ++ | ||
| + | * ++ How can I quickly select multiple faces to restrain? | \\ Simply hold **[Shift]** while dragging your mouse across the model. Any surfaces that were dragged over will be selected. ++ | ||
| * ++ Are climatic loads such as rain, snow, or wind supported?| \\ Presently, there is no way to input these specific types of loads. However, it is possible to simulate the effects of such weather events using directional loads or pressures. For example, wind loads may be simulated using pressure, and snow loads may be simulated using a vector force equivalent to a certain depth of snow. However, this only simulates the forces, not the climatic effects on materials. ++ | * ++ Are climatic loads such as rain, snow, or wind supported?| \\ Presently, there is no way to input these specific types of loads. However, it is possible to simulate the effects of such weather events using directional loads or pressures. For example, wind loads may be simulated using pressure, and snow loads may be simulated using a vector force equivalent to a certain depth of snow. However, this only simulates the forces, not the climatic effects on materials. ++ | ||
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| * ++ How can I find the maximum or minimum value of a solution property?| \\ The max value can be found on the right side of the color scale and the min value is on the left side. ++ | * ++ How can I find the maximum or minimum value of a solution property?| \\ The max value can be found on the right side of the color scale and the min value is on the left side. ++ | ||
| * ++ Can I see a numerical value of the solution at a point? | \\ Yes. Simply hold [shift] and click on the model at the location you'd like to examine. The following result values are displayed: the coordinates of the position selected, the displacement values at that position in each of the principal directions, and the Von Mises Stress. | * ++ Can I see a numerical value of the solution at a point? | \\ Yes. Simply hold [shift] and click on the model at the location you'd like to examine. The following result values are displayed: the coordinates of the position selected, the displacement values at that position in each of the principal directions, and the Von Mises Stress. | ||
| - | * ++ How can I export my results? | + | * ++ How can I export my results? |
| - | + | * ++ I want to analyze a solution property not listed. How can I get these results? | \\ The standard version | |
| - | ====Visualization==== | + | |
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| - | * ++ Does using the Deform slider show what would really happen | + | |
| - | * ++ Is there a way to visualize the " | + | |
| ====Purchasing Intact.design==== | ====Purchasing Intact.design==== | ||
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| * ++ What types of Intact.design licenses are available for purchase?| \\ Intact.design will allow 5 free simulations to test the software before deciding on purchasing. The standard software plan costs $60/month and can be bought [[https:// | * ++ What types of Intact.design licenses are available for purchase?| \\ Intact.design will allow 5 free simulations to test the software before deciding on purchasing. The standard software plan costs $60/month and can be bought [[https:// | ||
| - | ====General==== | ||
| - | * ++ How can I keep abreast of the latest developments and releases of Intact.design? | + | [[FAQ|Back to top]] |
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