This function allows the user to measure the deviation between surface and element. The dialog box is illustrated in Figure 5.5.8.
Figure 5.5.8 Surface Deviation dialog box
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SURFACE AND MESH
Check the deviation between surface and mesh. If this option is selected, the two option buttons below are corresponding to Select Surfaces and Select Elements.
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MESH AND MESH
Check the deviation between element and element. If this option is selected, the two option buttons below are corresponding to Select Elements and Select Elements.
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REFERENCED BY SURFACE
Compare deviation with reference by surface. This option is only available for surface and element check.
The user can select the surface and element to be measured and then define Deviation Range. Finally, click on Plot to display the deviation plot, as shown in Figure 5.5.9. When the range is set to 0, the deviation range will be adjusted automatically according to the practical deviation. The user can also click on Show Value button and then display the deviation value by clicking nodes with cursor, as shown in Figure 5.5.10. Click the right button to reject the selection.
Figure 5.5.9 Deviation Plot
Figure 5.5.10 Display Deviation Value