Fixed Constraint

The Fixed Constraint node adds a condition that makes the geometric entity fixed (fully constrained); that is, the displacements are zero in all directions. If there are rotational degrees of freedom, they will also be zero.

Constraint Settings

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Location in User Interface

Context Menus

Solid Mechanics>Domain Constraints>Fixed Constraint
Solid Mechanics>Fixed Constraint (Boundary)
Solid Mechanics>Edges>Fixed Constraint
Solid Mechanics>Points>Fixed Constraint

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Physics Tab with Solid Mechanics selected:
Domains>Domain Constraints>Fixed Constraint
Boundaries>Solid Mechanics>Fixed Constraint
Edges>Solid Mechanics>Fixed Constraint
Points>Solid Mechanics>Fixed Constraint