Points, Scalar Values
Points, Temperature Values
Points, Vector Values
About this Block
What it does: Assigns values, in scalar, vector, or temperature formats, to locations in space defined by a Point list. The block takes in a Point list and a Value list. The first point in the Point list is assigned the first value from the Value list. This pattern repeats for all remaining points and values. Common uses: Useful for creating a 3D representation of sampled discrete data, such as Stress, Displacement, Temperature, or any other compatible data type. Point maps have a dedicated visualization system, which appears when the Point map block is visible. The values for each point are color mapped between a lower and upper bound. You can edit the lower and upper bounds, which hides values that are below and above the bounds, respectively. The Temperature Point Map has a simulation visualization system. Vector Point maps use arrows representing the vector length and direction placed in their respective point locations.
Example File
Download Example: Point MapPoints, Scalar Values
Create a Point Map by assigning a list of Scalars to a list of Points of the same length.Inputs
| Name | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Points | Point List | Lists of points |
| Values | Scalar List | Lists of values |
Outputs
| Type |
|---|
| Scalar Point Map |
Points, Temperature Values
Create a Point Map by assigning a list of Temperatures to a list of Points of the same length.Inputs
| Name | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Points | Point List | Lists of points |
| Values | Temperature List | Lists of values |
Outputs
Points, Vector Values
Create a Point Map by assigning a list of Vectors to a list of Points of the same length.Inputs
| Name | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Points | Point List | Lists of points |
| Values | Vector List | Lists of values |
Outputs
| Type |
|---|
| Vector Point Map |