RENUMBER NODES

 

This function is used to renumber all nodes in the database.  There is also an option for creating a summary table of the node ranges for each part.  The user may renumber nodes in sequence or by parts.

 

Figure 5.4.4 Starting Node Number Question dialog box

 

            A eta/DYNAFORM QUESTION dialog box as illustrated in Figure 5.4.4 is displayed.

 

1.        Select YES

eta/DYNAFORM prints the following message in the message prompt window:

 

ENTER STARTING NODE NO. FOR PART? xxxx

 

Once a node number is entered, the following message is printed:

 

NODE x TO xx ASSIGNED, NEXT NODE NO.: xxxx

ENTER STARTING NODE NUMBER FOR PART? xxxx

 

The renumbering operation will continue for every part in the database.  If the user key in an exisiting starting node number, eta/DYNAFORM prints the message below, and bring the user to the beginning of this step.

 

NODE NUMBER HAS BEEN ASSIGNED

             

2.        Select NO

eta/DYNAFORM prints the following message in the message prompt window:

 

ENTER STARTING NODE NUMBER

 

Once a number has been entered, the following message is printed:

 

ENTER NODE NUMBER INC. BETWEEN PARTS

0 - DEFAULT TO 1000, -1 - NO GAP BETWEEN PARTS