Analyze the Results

Review the combined utilization plot to assess how well the welds withstand the load history and to identify the location where failure is most likely to occur.

  1. From the Plots panel, select the FKM analysis case from the Case options.
  2. From the Plot options, select Combined Utilization.
    The plot shows utilization contours at the edges of the weld bead, as shown below.

  3. Select the Overall frame to review the effects of the combined loads on the utilization factor.
  4. From the context menu, select Show Min/Max Values to identify the location of the maximum utilization factor.

    The display indicates the location of the maximum and minimum values for the utilization factor. You can use the values and location to predict the onset of failure.

Congratulations, you have successfully completed this example!