Chapter 5: Example Cyclic Symmetry Analyses

A comprehensive example of cyclic symmetry analysis, including performance comparison to other analysis types and recommendations, can be found in Centrifugal Impeller Analysis Using Cyclic Symmetry and Linear Perturbation in the Technology Showcase: Example Problems. This case also includes an example of the Mode-Superposition Harmonic Cyclic Symmetry Analysis usage.

Simple examples of cyclic symmetry analysis can also be found in the Mechanical APDL Verification Manual:

  • VM244

    - Modal Analysis of a Cyclic Symmetric Annular Plate

  • VM246

    - Cyclic Analysis of an End-Loaded Hollow Cylindrical Cantilever Beam