ABAQUS Scripting Example: Simulating a Simple Disk Compression Test

Overview

This repository provides an example of ABAQUS scripting using Python to automate finite element simulations. The provided script demonstrates the setup of a simple disk compression test, including:

• Creating the model geometry
• Assigning material properties
• Setting up boundary conditions and meshing
• Automating the job submission and post-processing

By leveraging Python scripting, this approach enhances efficiency, repeatability, and ease of modification in finite element analysis (FEA) workflows.

Requirements

To use these scripts, you need:

• ABAQUS (Tested on ABAQUS 6.X and later)
• Python 2.7+ (ABAQUS' built-in Python interpreter)
• A text editor with Python syntax highlighting (e.g., Sublime Text, VS Code, or Notepad++)

Getting Started

1. Clone this repository:

   git clone https://github.com/ArashJenab/ABAQUS-Scripting-Example.git
   cd ABAQUS-Scripting-Example

2. Open ABAQUS and navigate to Run Script in the menu.
3. Load and execute the simple_compression.py script.
4. Modify parameters such as mesh size, displacement, or material properties as needed.

Key Features

• Fully automated ABAQUS model setup
• Parametric control for modifying mesh, displacement, and material properties
• Easy integration with MATLAB for extended functionality
• Structured Python scripting approach for advanced simulations

Related Resources

For more details on linking ABAQUS with MATLAB, check out:

• ABAQUS FEA
• How to Link ABAQUS and MATLAB

Contact

For questions or discussions, feel free to reach out:
Website: www.arashjenab.com | www.jenab.ca
LinkedIn: /ajenab

License

This repository is provided under the MIT License – feel free to use and modify it.