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About this Block

What it does: Takes a 3D mesh and adds integration points to each element within the mesh to allow for downstream analysis. Commons uses:
  • For use in downstream analysis, such as Topology Optimization and Static Analysis.
Tips:
  • The geometric order can be Linear, where integration points are added at every mesh intersection, or Quadratic, where integration points are added at the midpoint of the mesh edges.
  • Linear Geometric order is faster, but less accurate.
  • Quadratic Geometric order is slower, but more accurate. We recommend this option if you are using the results downstream.

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Example File

Download Example: FE Volume Mesh FE Volume Mesh Convert a Volume Mesh to an FE Mesh by adding integration points of the desired order to each element within the mesh.

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Inputs

NameTypeDescription
DiscretizationVolume MeshThe input geometric discretization.
Geometric orderGeometric Order EnumThe geometric order of the finite elements.

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Outputs

Type
FE Mesh