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I get an error regarding spring elements when trying to run a DAT file in Dytran. (Details below)

The error message states that spring element found with zero time step. This indicates the spring has no mass associated with it.
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  • I do have gravity on, which is causing the dropping. The setup is effectively a mass held between two springs (one above, one below). I need to apply the velocity input below mount and so only at the bottom node of the spring element. I did manage to get it to work when I applied the velocity at both the 'free' ends of each spring, but that isn't quite what I want it to do.
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  • I do have gravity on, which is causing the dropping. The setup is effectively a mass held between two springs (one above, one below). I need to apply the velocity input below mount and so only at the bottom node of the spring element. I did manage to get it to work when I applied the velocity at both the 'free' ends of each spring, but that isn't quite what I want it to do.
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