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Spring Force

This force element applies a force vector acting from the reaction body onto the action body. The force amplitude is computed such, that the behaviour mimics linear spring-damper element. The force direction points from the Reaction Mate Connector to the Action Mate Connector.

Spring Force

Action Mate Connector​

Specify a mate connector to define the body and exact point on which the force is applied.

Reaction Mate Connector​

Specify a mate connector to define the body and exact point on which the reaction force is applied.

Stiffness​

The stiffness of the linear spring. Provide a value in the units you selected for Force per Length.

Damping Coefficient​

The damping coefficient of the linear damper. Provide a value in the units you selected for Force per Length. The time unit is fixed to seconds.

caution

No force direction can be calculated at the time of penetration!​

You must provide action and reaction mate connectors that do not intersect during operation.