When using beam-shell elements to model and calculate stresses, should powrgrph be set to on or off?
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I found that when using beam-shell elements for modeling, the stress values calculated by PowerGraph differ significantly depending on whether it is turned on or off. For example, the stress value calculated when PowerGraph is on is 160 MPa, while it is 100 MPa when it is off – the difference between these two values is quite large. So, when using beam-shell elements for stress analysis and evaluation, should PowerGraph be set to on or off? Should the stress value obtained with PowerGraph on be used as the evaluation result, or rather the value obtained with it off? I hope someone who understands this well can provide an answer
Similar situations have occurred when using solid element modeling; one has to wait for experts
Is there anyone who knows the answer? In the two modes, the stress components at the same node differ significantly as well