The QuickSetup/Gravity Loading GUI leads the user through the setup procedure for gravity loading simulation. A typical Gravity Loading GUI consists of Draw Type, tool definition (Blank, Binder and Lower Tool), Blank Parameters, Solve Option and Control as shown in Figure 9.2.1.

Figure 9.2.1  A typical Gravity Loading GUI for single action draw operation

DRAW TYPE

Enable the user to select one of the four standard draw operations provided in QuickSetup GUI.

TOOL DEFINITION GUI

Define the tool and blank for a gravity loading simulation.

BLANK PARAMETERS

Define blank material and properties.

SOLVE OPTIONS

The user may select either the Explicit or Implicit method for a gravity loading simulation. The Explicit method requires a longer simulation time than the Implicit method, but it provides good reliability. There are three Solve options: Explicit (Dynamic Relaxation), Implicit (Dynamic) and Implicit (Static). The Implicit (Static) method is recommended. When the Implicit (Static) method is selected, the solver will be defaulted to be double precision.

CONTROL

Define the initial velocity of blank.