This chapter discusses elements available in ABAQUS. It provides an overview of the following enhancements:
“Continuum shell elements: ABAQUS/CAE support,” Section 8.1
“Continuum shell elements: modified through-thickness modulus,” Section 8.2
“Connector elements: new connection types and kinematics,” Section 8.3
“New connector behaviors,” Section 8.4
“Enhanced orientation definition methods,” Section 8.5
“Cohesive elements,” Section 8.6
“Assigning element properties on an element-by-element basis,” Section 8.7
“Change in default hourglass control method for elements modeled with finite-strain elasticity,” Section 8.8
“Change in default element distortion control for solid elements modeled with finite-strain elastic materials,” Section 8.9
