Clicking the button in the “Graphics window” opens the property browser which enables

you to show/hide curves in the diagram. Figure 2.4-2 shows a sequence of Eigenmodes evaluated
by KISSsoft. For a better understanding of the solutions the Eigenfrequencies are listed in the
“Results window” with their physical interpretations (Figure 2.4-3).

Additional help can be found in the KISSsoft help by pressing “F1” while the cursor is in the
input field Number of Eigenfrequencies.

Figure 2.4-2: Graphical results of the natural frequencies calculation.

Figure 2.4-3: Physical interpretations of the first three Eigenfrequencies in the “Results window”.

2.5 Strength Analysis of Shafts

KISSsoft comes with three different strength calculation methods:

1. Hänchen & Decker

2. FKM-Guideline, Edition 2002
3. DIN 743 (2000)

They are available via the tab “Strength” in the shaft module main window (see Figure 2.5-1).
Throughout this tutorial we will limit ourselves to the use of the strength calculation method DIN
743 (2000).
The strength calculation requires the definition of cross-sections. Right-clicking the Cross
sections element in the Elements-tree opens a context menu. Left-click the option Sizing to have
KISSsoft automatically choose another four critical cross-sections (see Figure 2.5-2).

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 Figure 2.5-1: Input window Strength in the shaft module main window.

Figure 2.5-2: Definition of additional cross-sections in the Elements-tree

2.5.1 General Data

The group ‘General data’ can be found in the Strength input window. Here, information on the
type of load and the desired calculation (static proof only or also fatigue proof) is to be given.
For shafts which are loaded with different frequency for bending and torsion (e.g. continuosly
rotating shafts which are stopped and started once in a while), it must first be decided whether a
constant load for torsion or a pulsating load is to be assumed. Alternatively, both combinations

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