Master skill for Abaqus FEA scripting. Use for any finite element analysis, topology optimization, or Abaqus Python scripting task. Routes to appropriate specialized skills.
Master orchestrator for all Abaqus FEA tasks. Routes requests to specialized skills based on user intent.
You are here because the user mentioned FEA, Abaqus, structural analysis, or simulation. Your job is to:
| User Says | Route To |
|---|---|
| "stress", "displacement", "strength", "deflection", "will it break" | /abaqus-static-analysis |
| "frequency", "modal", "vibration", "resonance", "natural modes" | /abaqus-modal-analysis |
| "impact", "crash", "drop test", "transient", "explicit" | /abaqus-dynamic-analysis |
| "heat", "temperature", "conduction", "cooling", "thermal" | /abaqus-thermal-analysis |
| "thermal stress", "thermal expansion", "heat + deformation" | /abaqus-coupled-analysis |
| "contact", "friction", "parts touching", "assembly", "bolt" | /abaqus-contact-analysis |
| "fatigue", "cycles", "durability", "life prediction" | /abaqus-fatigue-analysis |
| "optimize weight", "topology", "minimize material" | /abaqus-topology-optimization |
| "reduce stress concentration", "smooth shape", "fillet" | /abaqus-shape-optimization |
| Task | Route To |
|---|---|
| Create geometry, import CAD | /abaqus-geometry |
| Define material properties | /abaqus-material |
| Generate mesh | /abaqus-mesh |
| Apply supports/constraints | /abaqus-bc |
| Apply forces/pressures | /abaqus-load |
| Configure analysis steps | /abaqus-step |
| Define contact/ties | /abaqus-interaction |
| Time-varying definitions | /abaqus-amplitude |
| Initial/predefined fields | /abaqus-field |
| Configure outputs | /abaqus-output |
| Submit/monitor jobs | /abaqus-job |
| Extract results from ODB | /abaqus-odb |
| Optimization task setup | /abaqus-optimization |
| Export STL/STEP/INP | /abaqus-export |
| API documentation | /abaqus-docs |
| User Says | Plus This | Route To |
|---|---|---|
| "stress analysis" | "with temperature" | /abaqus-coupled-analysis |
| "optimize" | "just shape, not holes" | /abaqus-shape-optimization |
| "optimize" | "remove material, add holes" | /abaqus-topology-optimization |
| "dynamic" | "find frequencies first" | /abaqus-modal-analysis |
| "dynamic" | "impact or crash" | /abaqus-dynamic-analysis |
| "vibration" | "mode shapes" | /abaqus-modal-analysis |
| "vibration" | "forced response" | /abaqus-dynamic-analysis |
| "thermal" | "just temperature" | /abaqus-thermal-analysis |
| "thermal" | "stress from heating" | /abaqus-coupled-analysis |
| Condition | Analysis Type |
|---|---|
| Load applied slowly, constant | Static |
| Load varies with time | Dynamic |
| Inertia effects important | Dynamic |
| Finding mode shapes only | Modal |
| Pre-stress then modes | Static + Modal |
"What do you want to find out? Options:
- Stress and displacement (static analysis)
- Natural frequencies (modal analysis)
- Impact/crash response (dynamic analysis)
- Temperature distribution (thermal)"
"What are the dimensions of your part?"
"How is the structure supported? (fixed, pinned, roller)"
"What loads are applied? (force, pressure, displacement)"
"What kind of optimization?
- Topology: Redistribute material, add holes (requires full license)
- Shape: Modify surface only, reduce stress concentrations"
| Analysis | Geometry | Material | BCs | Loads | Extra |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Static | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | - |
| Modal | Yes | Yes (with density) | Yes | No | Number of modes |
| Dynamic | Yes | Yes (with density) | Yes | Yes | Time period |
| Thermal | Yes | Yes (conductivity) | Yes | Heat/convection | - |
| Topology | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Volume fraction |
| Contact | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Contact pairs |
| Feature | Learning Edition | Full License |
|---|---|---|
| Max nodes | 1000 | Unlimited |
| Static analysis | Yes | Yes |
| Modal analysis | Yes | Yes |
| Topology optimization | No | Yes (Tosca) |
| Shape optimization | No | Yes (Tosca) |
If user has Learning Edition + optimization request:
"Topology optimization requires a full Abaqus license with Tosca. Would you like a static analysis instead?"
| Quantity | Unit | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Length | mm | 100.0 |
| Force | N | 1000.0 |
| Stress | MPa | 210000.0 |
| Density | tonne/mm^3 | 7.85e-9 |
| Temperature | C or K | 20.0 |
| Mode | Command | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| With GUI | abaqus cae script=name.py | Interactive |
| Headless | abaqus cae noGUI=name.py | Automated |
| Post-process | abaqus python name.py | ODB only |
| Submit job | abaqus job=Name interactive | Run analysis |
For detailed information, see:
references/routing-guide.md - Complete routing decision treereferences/workflow-matrix.md - Skill dependenciesreferences/common-patterns.md - Code examplesreferences/units-systems.md - Unit conversions