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 box. The SELECT METHOD dialog box, as shown in Figure 9.88.5, is displayed after the user confirms the element selection.

Figure 9.8.5 Select Method dialog box

LINE

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

NODES

Allow 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 is used as the splitting path.

 

CURSOR LINE SEGMENTS

Generate the splitting path using line segments.