13.280. CABLE280 - 3D 3-Node Cable

Matrix or VectorShape FunctionsIntegration Points
Stiffness and Stress Stiffness Matrices; and Thermal and Newton-Raphson Load Vectors Equation 11–19, Equation 11–20, Equation 11–21

Along the length: 2

Across the section: 1

Consistent Mass Matrix and Pressure Same as stiffness matrix.

Along the length: 3

Across the section: 1

Load TypeDistribution
TemperatureConstant across cross-section, linear along length.
PressureLinear along length. Pressure is assumed to act along the element x axis.