When you get a “Solver failed to converge” error, the PDF’s help is minimal. It tells you to check for “unrestrained degrees of freedom,” but doesn’t give a systematic checklist. You’ll still need to search forums or contact support.
Some PDF versions (pre-2020) have low-resolution screenshots taken from old Windows interfaces. Hyperlinks in the table of contents sometimes break. You will spend time scrolling to find the right section. A proper searchable PDF helps, but the internal cross-referencing is only average. prokon tutorial pdf
Many users fear Prokon’s text-based input files. The tutorial PDF dedicates an entire appendix to decoding these .txt input decks. It explains every variable, from joint coordinates to member releases. After studying this, I no longer panic when I need to edit an input file directly. When you get a “Solver failed to converge”
