LANCING

This function allows user to carry out lancing operations by splitting the selected elements along a given path.

If this function is selected, the user must select the elements using the SELECT ELEMENT dialog window. The SELECT METHOD dialog window, as shown in Figure 9.7.5, will appear after the user confirms the element selection.

Figure 9.7.5 Select Method

LINE
Allows the user to select an existing line as a splitting path.

NODES
Allows the user to create a line segment by selecting the nodes. The line segment is projected on the selected elements along the defined W-AXIS. It will be used as the splitting path.

CURSOR LINE SEGMENTS
Generates the splitting path using line segments.

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