A complete graphical user interface (GUI) guides the user in all preprocessing stages, including unit cell definition, elastic calibration, model reduction, and failure calibration.
Once the preprocessing stage is complete, data files are created for macro analysis using the ABAQUS engine.
The diagram to the right shows how MDS-C is fully integrated with ABAQUS.
The video below demonstrates MDS integration with ABAQUS. Please use the Flash Player video controls to play and pause this video (and note there is no audio). Right-click within the video for additional options.