Implements 2D linear triangular three-node finite element for FreeWarping analysis. Each node has 1 degree of freedom. The node numbering is anti-clockwise. The element features are summarized in Table 43.
Keyword | TrWarp |
Description | 2D linear triangular warping element |
Specific parameters | - |
Unknowns | One dof (the value of deplanation function) is required in each node. |
Approximation | Linear approximation of displacements and geometry. |
Integration | Integration using one point gauss integration formula. |
Features | This type of element is supported in FreeWarping analysis only. |
CS properties | Only warpingCS is supported. |
Loads | Edge loads corresponding to free warping problem are generated automatically. Additional edge loads are not supported. |
Nlgeo | 0. |
Status | - |
Note | Test case: sm/freewarpingtest2.in |