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An overview of the Carat++ features is given [[Users:Software_Overview|here]]. | An overview of the Carat++ features is given [[Users:Software_Overview|here]]. | ||
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* to provide a basic knowledge base that can be used by both existing and new users | * to provide a basic knowledge base that can be used by both existing and new users | ||
* to demonstrate the capabilities of Carat++ (perhaps after some time). | * to demonstrate the capabilities of Carat++ (perhaps after some time). | ||
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| + | == WHAT IS Carat++? == | ||
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| + | Carat++ is a finite element program for [[Users:Software Overview#Provided Standard FE Analyses|simulation]], [[Users:Software Overview#Structural Optimization|structural optimization]] and [[Users:Software Overview#Form Finding|form finding]]. | ||
| + | The software is the result of a complete redesign of CARAT, the research code at the Chair of Structural Analysis, Prof. Dr. K.-U. Bletzinger, TU Muenchen. | ||
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| + | Three main features are: | ||
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| + | * Carat++ is '''platform independent''' | ||
| + | | [[File:Platform_independence.png|200px|center|Carat++ is platform independent]] | ||
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| + | * Carat++ is '''suitable for large problems''' | ||
| + | : (due to massively parallel programming) | ||
| + | | [[File:Parallel_programming.png|200px|center|Suitable for large problems]] | ||
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| + | * Carat++ is '''modular and thus easy extensible''' | ||
| + | : (due to object-oriented programming) | ||
| + | | [[File:Modularity_lego.png|100px|center|Modular and thus easy extensible]] | ||
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| + | == Standard FE Analyses == | ||
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| + | The kernel of Carat++ is a general finite element solver. Details can be found [[Users:General FEM Analysis|here]]. It offers the following analyses: | ||
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| + | * Static (linear/nonlinear) | ||
| + | * Dynamic (linear/nonlinear) | ||
| + | ** Explicit: central difference | ||
| + | ** Implicit: Newmark-β, Generalized-α | ||
| + | * Eigenfrequency | ||
| + | * Linear Buckling | ||
| + | * Contact (Work in Progress) | ||
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| + | == Structural Optimization == | ||
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| + | Carat++ comprises a general-purpose optimization toolbox. The main application field is FEM-based shape optimization. | ||
| + | Detailed information about the optimization toolbox and its features can be found [[Users:Structural_Optimization|here]]. | ||
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| + | | [[File:Opt_bulkhead_des_upd.png|frame|shape optimization of a pressure bulkhead]] | ||
| + | | [[File:Opt_hutablage_opt_res.png|frame|Eigenfrequency optimization of a car rear shelf]] | ||
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| + | == Form Finding == | ||
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| + | Carat++ can perform numerical form finding as well as cutting pattern generation. Detailed information can be found in a separate chapter [[Users:Form Finding|here]]. | ||
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| + | [[File:Fofi_example_eyecable.png|frame|left|Formfinding of a prestressed membrane with an eye cable.]] | ||
Revision as of 13:05, 30 August 2010
Contents |
WHAT IS Carat++?
An overview of the Carat++ features is given here.
Welcome to the Carat++ wiki! The purpose of this resource is
- to promote collaboration between Carat++ users.
- to offer a forum for questions, discussions and suggestions about Carat++.
- to provide a basic knowledge base that can be used by both existing and new users
- to demonstrate the capabilities of Carat++ (perhaps after some time).
WHAT IS Carat++?
Carat++ is a finite element program for simulation, structural optimization and form finding. The software is the result of a complete redesign of CARAT, the research code at the Chair of Structural Analysis, Prof. Dr. K.-U. Bletzinger, TU Muenchen.
Three main features are:
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Standard FE Analyses
The kernel of Carat++ is a general finite element solver. Details can be found here. It offers the following analyses:
- Static (linear/nonlinear)
- Dynamic (linear/nonlinear)
- Explicit: central difference
- Implicit: Newmark-β, Generalized-α
- Eigenfrequency
- Linear Buckling
- Contact (Work in Progress)
Structural Optimization
Carat++ comprises a general-purpose optimization toolbox. The main application field is FEM-based shape optimization. Detailed information about the optimization toolbox and its features can be found here.
| shape optimization of a pressure bulkhead |
Eigenfrequency optimization of a car rear shelf |
Form Finding
Carat++ can perform numerical form finding as well as cutting pattern generation. Detailed information can be found in a separate chapter here.
Formfinding of a prestressed membrane with an eye cable.
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