Virtual parts are structures created without a geometric support. They represent bodies for which no geometry model is available but which play a role in the structural analysis of single part or assembly systems. Virtual parts are used to transmit action at a distance.

Creating Smooth Virtual Parts: Generates a soft transmission rigid virtual part.

Creating Rigid Virtual Parts: Generates a stiff transmission rigid virtual part.

Creating Smooth Spring Virtual Parts: Generates a soft transmission elastic spring virtual part.

Creating Rigid Spring Virtual Parts: Generates a stiff transmission elastic spring virtual part.

Virtual parts are available only in the Nonlinear Structural Analysis workbench.