Shell Element Normal

User: "Altair Forum User"
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Updated by Altair Forum User

What is the significance of element normal? What will happen if the elements in a mesh are not aligned in the same direction?

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    User: "QuyNguyenDai"
    Altair Community Member
    Updated by QuyNguyenDai

    Have a look at Shell theory?

    • The normal of shell element decides where're upper and lower layer of shell => Computation of stresses
    • The normal of shell element decides in which direction the pressure on shell should be applied
    • The normal of shell element decides in which direction the contact will be computed
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