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.
- 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.
Example File
Download Example: 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.
Inputs
| Name | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Discretization | Volume Mesh | The input geometric discretization. |
| Geometric order | Geometric Order Enum | The geometric order of the finite elements. |
Outputs
| Type |
|---|
| FE Mesh |