The Stress Analysis module simulates static stresses and displacements under plane stress, plane strain or axisymmetric conditions. It is possible to apply external constraints, loads due to external forces, together with force density distributions obtained from other Opera-2d simulations. Various types of material can be specified, including isotropic, orthotropic, transversely isotropic and axi-symmetrically-stratified.
The Thermal Analysis modules simulate steady-state (final temperature) and transient temperature distributions. It is possible to apply fixed temperature constraints to nodes and/or faces and cooling conditions or heat input to faces. Heat sources may also be provided as element power densities calculated from other Opera-2d simulations. Temperature distribution, temperature gradient and heat flow may all be displayed using the post processor. Isotropic or anisotropic thermal conductivity may be asigned to any material, as well as density and heat capacity.
 Stress distribution in SRM |  Loss distribution in PM machine |