This chapter provides information on modeling techniques that involve multiple Abaqus for CATIA V5 or CATIA V5 tools. It covers the following topics:

• Copying and pasting

• Creating Groups

• Using Publications

• Applying Knowledgeware

• Creating Mesh Parts

• Creating Mesh Properties

• Using Abaqus Element Quality Checks

• Surface Skinning

• Specifying Contact Surfaces

• Analyzing Composite Materials

• Assigning Continuum Shell Properties to Solids

• Assigning Gasket Properties to Solids

• Assigning Membrane Properties to Surfaces

• Using Submodeling

• Using Cyclic Symmetry in a Model

• Defining Pretensioned Bolts in a Model

• Selecting the Proper Tool for Bolt Modeling

• Using Local Coordinate Systems

• Advanced Selection Options for Supports