Hello
I am using Abaqus/CAE 6.10 to simulate a Debonding test (cohesive behavior for composite delamination).
I ran a Abaqus debonding simulation example (from Abaqus online documentation - Abaqus Benchmark Manual - 2.7.1 Delamination analysis of laminated composites).
The Abaqus/Explicit three-dimensional model with surface-based traction-separation behavior used a surface contact interaction property with:
- default Cohesive behavior
- XFEM-based LEFM (using VCCT) fracture criterion.
The following ERROR message appeared after submiting the job:
"The direction parameter is not available for *fracture criterion with surface-based cohesive behavior."
I tried to run the model without the XFEM fracture criterion and it went allright.
Do anyone knows why can't I apply this fracture criterion in this DCB test?
Thank you for your time and attention.
Best regards,
David Melo - PORTUGAL