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Carat++ is a finite element program for simulation, structural optimization and form finding. | 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 [http://www.st.bv.tum.de Chair of Structural Analysis, Prof. Dr. K.-U. Bletzinger, TU Muenchen]. | + | The software is the result of a complete redesign of CARAT, the research code at the [http://www.st.bv.tum.de Chair of Structural Analysis, Prof. Dr. K.-U. Bletzinger, TU Muenchen]. |
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Revision as of 11:42, 9 December 2016
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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.
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)
- Interface for coupled analyses like fluid-structure interaction (FSI)
Isogeometric Analyses
The kernel of Carat++ is also a general finite element solver for isogeometric analysis (IGA). Details can be found here. It offers the following analyses:
- Static (linear/nonlinear)
- Eigenfrequency
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 and Cutting Pattern Generation
Carat++ can perform numerical form finding as well as cutting pattern generation. Detailed information can be found in separate chapters here.
 Formfinding of a prestressed membrane with an eye cable. |
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Three main features are:
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