Matrix or Vector | Shape Functions | Integration Points |
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Stiffness Matrix | Linear in x, bilinear in y and z directions | 2 x 2 |
Load Type | Distribution |
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Element temperature | Based on element shape function, constant through the direction perpendicular to element plane |
Nodal temperature | Same as element temperature distribution |
The theory for this element is described in INTER204 - 3D 16-Node Cohesive.