LINE MESH

 

This function allows the user to generate one-dimensional elements (beam/rod or plotel) automatically along a selected line.  

 

l       Enter the size or number of elements to be created, and then press OK.  See Figure 5.3.13.

Figure 5.3.13 Element size

 

Note:   Mesh pattern can be controlled by size or number.  This option is defined in Option/Mesh Control/Line Mesh Method.

l       Select a line.

l       Choose either NODE/POINT or ORIENTATION VECTOR from the dialog window as in Figure 5.3.14.

Figure 5.3.14 Control Keys

l       If NODE/POINT is selected, a new dialog window will be displayed as in Figure 5.3.15.  This window prompts the user to select the appropriate NODES/POINTS and also provides an option to define the orientation vector.

Figure 5.3.15 Select Node/Point

l       If the user selects ORIENTATION VECTOR, a new dialog window will be displayed as in Figure 5.3.16.  This window prompts the user to define the orientation vector.

Figure 5.3.16 Beam Vector

 

l       Select YES/NO/REMESH from the mesh confirmation window to accept, reject, or remesh the result.