Element error

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AntoMarinelli
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Element error

Post by AntoMarinelli » Sun Mar 26, 2023 7:04 pm

Hi,
I have built this model but it gives me error saing "invalid number of nodes or element type". Actually I am not able to chatch where is the problem in the model.

I attached the model.
Thanks in advance

Regards
Antonella
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ValentinaSB
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Re: Element error

Post by ValentinaSB » Mon Mar 27, 2023 2:37 pm

Hi Antonella,
You got that error due to unstructured mesh and the use of the quad element. You need to use mesh controls and set up the structured mesh.
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Anyway, now you have a convergence problem.
Try to check your parameters. For me, the tensile fracture energy of concrete looks too high.
Try to look also the post-processor and see what is happening there.

Let us know if you have any trouble.
Best,
Valentina

AntoMarinelli
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Re: Element error

Post by AntoMarinelli » Mon Mar 27, 2023 5:34 pm

Thank you,
but the fracture energy is too high because it is a Fiber Rinforced Concrete so I can't low it.

ValentinaSB
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Re: Element error

Post by ValentinaSB » Wed Mar 29, 2023 7:33 am

Ok, so it can be reasonable, then just try to see in the post-processor what is happening.

Best,
Valentina

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