Applying Torques

You can use a torque to apply twisting or a rotational load at a point.

The point of application can be a vertex in the model or a node in the meshed model.

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About Torques
  1. From the Physics section of the assistant, expand the Loads list and select Torque.
  2. Optional: Enter a descriptive Name.
  3. Select the geometry supports in the model.

    You can apply a torque to one or more points.

  4. Enter the magnitude component for each direction of the local feature triad (Torque X, Torque Y, and Torque Z).
  5. Click OK.