Problem: Using Patran/MSC Nastran, convert the simple cantilever beam into a normal modes analysis using the same information from the previous problem. The density of the material is 0.285 lb/in3.

1) Click on XDB under the Access Results submenu.
2) Ensure the appropriate Job Name is selected and click Apply.
3) Under the Results tab, select Fringe/Deformation.
4) Select a Mode from the Result Cases and plot Eigenvectors, Translational for Fringe and Displacement.
5) Select Animate to animate your results. Click Apply.

