Second Order Conversion

Second Order Conversion control converts linear surface mesh elements or volumetric mesh elements to quadratic elements. Second Order Conversion has the following options:

General

Scope

Definition

  • Define By: Allows you to create quadratic elements based on value or settings. The available options are:

    • Value: Allows you to create quadratic elements based on the selected Create Quadratic Elements option.

    • Settings: Allows you to create quadratic elements based on the defined settings under Mesh Settings in the Steps Details view.

  • Create Quadratic Elements: Allows you to create elements with mid-side nodes when Create Quadratic Elements is Yes. The default value is No.