User Instructions for the EPIC-3 Code.

Abstract

This report provides user instructions for the 1986 version of the Epic-2 code. The new capabilities in this code are a NABOR option for variable nodal connectivity, crushable materials, one dimensional geometry, plane stress geometry, quad elements, eroding interfaces, expanded postprocessing and a target add option. Instructions are included for the Preprocessor, the Main Routine and the Postprocessor. An example problem is also provided.