Export Sensor Displacement Data (All Nodes)

This Python script extracts nodal displacement data (U1, U2, U3) from a selected part in an Abaqus .odb file and exports the results to organized text and Excel files. It automates sensor-based data extraction for extensometers, mesh sensitivity studies, and structural post-processing. (This tool was originally developed as part of a PhD research project in Pakistan. The affiliated university is intentionally not disclosed for confidentiality purposes).

Features

• Automatic ODB Detection: Opens the first .odb file in the working directory.
• Multi-Node Data Export: Extracts displacement for each listed sensor node in U1, U2, and U3 directions.
• Text and Excel Output: Saves each sensor's data in both .txt and .xlsx formats.
• Excel Automation: Automatically formats and saves Excel files using Abaqus' Excel plugin.
• Organized Output: Results are saved in a dedicated Results folder for easy access.

Usage Instructions

1. Edit the part_name and node_numbers list according to your model.
2. Place the script in the same folder as your Abaqus .odb file.
3. Run using Abaqus CAE:

   abaqus cae noGUI=ExportSensorData_All.py

4. Find exported data in the Results folder.

Requirements

• Abaqus CAE (for access to the Abaqus Python API)
• Python 2.7 (shipped with Abaqus)
• win32com and subprocess (for Excel automation)
• A properly set ExcelUtilities plugin path

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.

You may use, modify, and distribute the script with attribution.

Developer Information

• Developer: Engr. Tufail Mabood
• Contact: WhatsApp
• Note: Shared as an open-source tool to support Abaqus users. Contributions are welcome.