Simulation of the Generalized Maxwell Viscoelastic Model using UMAT Subroutine
This research presents a precise three-dimensional mechanical response of viscoelastic materials, such as polymers and elastomers, using the generalized rheological Maxwell viscoelastic model (considering the five Maxwell elements). That is to say, we implement the Maxwell model of viscoelasticity using the UMAT subroutine for the Abaqus standard solver. To clarify, using the concepts in this tutorial, you can implement the model for any N-Maxwell elements, using the viscoelastic Maxwell model.
The Maxwell viscoelastic model is appropriate for qualitative and conceptual analysis, but the single Maxwell element is not sufficient to describe the behavior of elastomers and polymers. For a more precise definition of these materials, the generalized Maxwell viscoelastic model is used. In the generalized Maxwell viscoelastic model, N piece of Maxwell elements and a single spring (the Hooke-element) are assembled in parallel. This tutorial, by customizing the UMAT subroutine to simulate flexible samples behavior, contributes to the advancement of viscoelastic materials design and analysis.
Abaqus Kelvin Voigt Model (Viscoelastic) Simulation Using UMAT and VUMAT Subroutines
This research presents a precise three-dimensional mechanical response of viscoelastic materials using Abaqus kelvin voigt viscoelastic model. We performed this kelvin voigt model Abaqus simulation using both UMAT and VUMAT subroutines for standard and explicit solvers.
The behavior of viscoelastic materials is a state between the behavior of a liquid and a solid. In other words, they behave both like liquids and solids. That is to say, there are many natural and synthetic materials that are classified as viscoelastic materials; From the biological structures of the body such as skin, cartilage and tissue to concrete, foams, rubbers, and synthetic polymers. Due to these unique properties, viscoelastic materials have many applications.
In this regard, the primary goals of this study include the development and implementation of an accurate three-dimensional Abaqus kelvin voigt viscoelastic model, and the integration of viscoelastic properties into the analysis, which can improve the prediction of viscoelastic materials response under different boundary and loading conditions.
This tutorial, by customizing the UMAT and VUMAT subroutines to simulate flexible samples behavior, contributes to the advancement of viscoelastic materials design and analysis.
Implementation of Soil Constitutive Models in Abaqus | With a Special Focus on CSJ Models
Constitutive model implemented in calculation code, play an important role in the material behaviors prediction. In the field of geotechnical engineering there are numerous soil constitutive models. By installing these models in a finite element code such as Abaqus, their development, efficiency and advancement can be increased. Also, more and more complex engineering problems can be solved by this method. But to do this, you need a proper understanding of the mathematical and programming basics of these models. This tutorial focuses on implementing advanced constitutive models in Abaqus, particularly for simulating soil behavior. Focusing on the CJS model, this tutorial tries to teach how to work and how to program these models in Abaqus code. It includes detailed explanations of VUMAT and UMAT subroutines and practical examples of implementing the CJS model.
Note: In this project, we have discussed the UMAT and VUMAT subroutines, their specifications, and features. You will become familiar with the implementation of both UMAT and VUMAT subroutines. However, the specific focus of this project, for which we have provided the necessary files and run the analysis, is on using the VUMAT model. If you need to use Abaqus for this project with the standard solver, you will need to write the UMAT subroutine yourself.
Modified Johnson Cook viscoplastic model with the Hershey yield surface | VUMAT Subroutine for 3D continuum elements
This project offers a set of Abaqus models for 3D continuum elements, integrating a VUMAT subroutine that implements the Modified Johnson Cook (MJC) viscoplastic model and the Hershey yield surface. The MJC model simulates material behavior under varying strain rates and temperatures, while the Hershey yield surface predicts complex yielding behavior. Together, they provide highly accurate simulations of materials under extreme conditions such as impacts and high temperatures. Ideal for industries like automotive, aerospace, and defense, this package supports critical applications like crash testing, metal forming, and ballistic analysis. The model has been implemented for 3D continuum elements.
Note: The inp and Fortran files are only applicable in Linux.