This example problem presents two shape memory alloy (SMA) simulations: a spinal spacer implant and a spring actuator. These simulations are performed using the Ansys Mechanical Application. To see this example solved with Ansys Mechanical APDL see Shape Memory Alloy (SMA) with Thermal Effect in the Technology Showcase: Example Problems.
The following features and capabilities are highlighted:
The SMA material model using martensite and austenite (nitinol)
SMA behavior with thermal loading
Overview
| Analysis Type(s) | Static Structural Analysis |
| Element Type(s) | 3D Solid and beam |
| Solver Type(s) | Ansys Mechanical |
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