In-depth discussion on solving non-linear problems in Abaqus/Standard with an emphasis on modelling and convergence-related issues for contact. Engineers at Abaqus have developed many techniques and guidelines for solving challenging contact problems. Convergence issues related to complicated material models and geometrically unstable behaviour are also covered

The topics include:

• Understand how nonlinear problems are solved in Abaqus
• Develop Abaqus models that will converge
• Identify modelling errors that cause models to experience convergence difficulties
• Define general contact and contact pairs