2. Benchmark solution

2.1. Calculation method

The reference solution comes from results obtained with the Abaqus and MARC codes in a NAFEMS touch-friction validation benchmark [bib1].

2.2. Reference quantities and results

Horizontal movement of point \(A\) (according to \(x\)) (external reference).

Contact pressure at point \(A\) (external reference). The contact pressure recorded is that extrapolated from the stresses in the volume.

2.3. Uncertainties about the solution

Important (code average).

Note that the mesh used is different from that of the benchmark. The reason is given at the conclusion of the document.

2.4. Bibliographical reference

[1] A. KONTER. « Advanced Finite Element Contact Benchmarks ». NAFEMS, 2006.