Numerical methods

Time steppers

Several time steppers are available within chrono physics engine:

• Euler explicit
• Euler implicit
• Euler implicit linearized
• Runge-Kutta 45
• Trapezoidal
• Newmark
• HHT

Some of these time steppers are dedicated to smooth dynamics: for classical multibody dynamics with rigid and flexible bodies connected through links, finite element analysis or fluid solid interaction problems.

Others are more efficient for non-smooth dynamics : ie with friction and contact between bodies.

For more information on these time steppers, please refer to this page.

Constraint Solvers

In construction