44. Contouring analysis results

A contour plot displays the values of an analysis variable at a specified step and frame. In addition, a contour plot can be used to show the value of attributes such as loads or predefined fields at a specified step of a model in the current model database. Abaqus/CAE represents the values as customized colored lines, colored bands, colored faces, colored isosurfaces, or tick marks on your model. This chapter explains contour plotting. The following topics are covered: