The user can define a contact parameter between ground and track link grouser. If Pressure-Sinkage function is not checked, the ground is the rigid type.
Figure 1 Contact Parameter dialog box
Track links are subjected to large contact forces as the result of the interaction with the Track Link Shoe Pad and the Ground. Contact parameters consist of stiffness, damping and friction coefficients. The contact forces are computed based on the contact parameters provided. For more information, click here.
•Lateral Friction Factor: Defines the lateral friction factor. If this option is checked, fiction force for lateral direction is magnified by this factor.
•InActive: Check the active or inactive for contact.