A computer implemented process simulates the application of a tension force in an element of an assembly. The process defines a finite element model for the element, and creates a pre-tension surface in the finite element model of the element for applying the tension force. Conditions are prescribed...http://www.google.de/patents/US5920491?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US5920491 - Computer process for prescribing an assembly load to provide pre-tensioning simulation in the design analysis of load-bearing structures
