TINTGF
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| Last updated on : 08-08-2013 |
TINTGF TimeFactor
| OPERAND | DESCRIPTION | DEFAULT |
|---|---|---|
| TimeFactor | Time integration factor for heat transfer calculation | 0.75 |
DEFINITION
TINTGF specifies the time integration factor used in heat transfer calculations.
REMARKS
The available stepping methods and their associated TINTGF values are listed below. | Stepping Method | TINTGF
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Euler | 0.0
Crank-Nicholson | 0.5
Galerkin | 0.6667
Backward Difference | 1.0
The time integration factor is used to average temperature rates such that,
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The default value of 0.75 is appropriate for most applications.
Applicable simulation types: Heat Transfer, Non-Isothermal Deformation
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