The coordinate system used by FEM Builder is the same used by most analysis programs. Interpretation of coordinates depends on the element being referenced. For example, for plane elements coordinates 1, 2 are X, Y, for axisymmetric elements coordinates 1, 2 are R, Z, and for solid elements coordinates 1, 2, 3 are X, Y, Z. However, coordinate axes may be redefined by the analyst. Redefining the axes is not recommended because it can easily cause confusion with other analysts. That said, using the Tools->Options dialog, the coordinate axes can be redefined by the analyst to have any names in any order.
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Modified on: Mon, 5 Nov, 2018 at 11:52 AM
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