The following example analyses provide a sampling of the multistage cyclic symmetry analysis capabilities and show how these analyses can be prepared, solved, and post processed:
- 7.1. Example: Static Analysis of a Compressor Model with 4 Axial Stages Without a Duplicate Sector
- 7.2. Example: Linear Perturbation Modal Analysis of a Simplified Model with 2 Axial Stages and a Non-planar Interstage Boundary
- 7.3. Example: Modal Analysis of Turbomachinery Stage Modeled as 2 Radial Stages with Offset Cyclic Edge Starting Points
- 7.4. Example: Mutistage Multiharmonic Modal Analysis of a Hollow Cylinder Modeled Using 2 Stages
- 7.5. Example: Multiharmonic Linear Perturbation Modal Analysis of a Simplified Model with 3 Axial Stages
- 7.6. Linear Perturbation Harmonic Response Analysis of Two Stages
- 7.7. Linear Perturbation Mode-superposition Harmonic Response Analysis of Two Stages
Where to find other multistage cyclic symmetry examples:
For a comparison of the numerical solution to a problem with an analytical solution, see also VM317: Multistage Cyclic Modal Analysis of a Hollow Cylinder.
For a detailed step-by-step description of how to perform a multistage cyclic symmetry analysis in the Mechanical Application, see also the following Mechanical Tutorials:
Static Analysis of a 2-Stage Disk with Pinholes - This example demonstrates how to select relevant harmonic indices (HIs) to include in a multiharmonic multistage cyclic symmetry analysis.
To automate HI selection, use one of the following tools:
The multistage harmonic choice wizard is an Add-on in the Mechanical Application, see Multistage Harmonic Choice Wizard in the Mechanical Add-ons Guide.
Download a Python script, see Python Script for Selection of Multistage Harmonic Indices in the Mechanical APDL Beta Features .
Static and Modal Analysis of a Compressor Model with 4 Axial Stages - This example demonstrates how to select relevant harmonic indices (HIs) to include in a multiharmonic multistage cyclic symmetry analysis using the Multistage Harmonic Choice Wizard.