SUBMIT DYNA FROM INPUT DECK

This function submits the input file to LSDYNA(the solver) and automatically starts up LSDYNA .

1. eta/DYNAFORM prompts the user to select the input file. See Figure 3.8.1.

Figure 3.8.1 Select Input File

The user can select the DYNA file or select "All Files" to list all files. Double click the left mouse button on the desired file, or select Ok to continue.

2.  The SELECT MEMORY window appears. See Figure 3.8.2.
The default memory is 64MB, but a different memory can be given.
Ok- LSDYNA starts and begins to solve the selected input deck file.
Back- Returns to the SELECT INPUT DECK FILE window.
Cancel- Exits the function.

Figure 3.8.2 Select Memory

eta/DYNAFORM locates LSDYNA by the given directory. Refer to Section 8.1, ANALYSIS PARAMETERS, for more information. If there is no location or the location of LSDYNA is wrong, clicking Ok on the SELECT MEMORY window will bring up the SELECT SOLVER window. See Figure 3.8.3.

Figure 3.8.3 Select Solver

This option allows the user to locate the LSDYNA solver.