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It is not uncommon to receive warnings or error messages that reference a specific element. The text information can be examined to find the part that the element is in. However, for a large part it would be helpful to know where in the part the element is located so that an appropriate fix could be implemented. For example, if a specific element is highly distorted or has a negative Jacobian, etc., knowing the location of the element would enable a mesh refinement point to be added. It would really be great if the element could be shown graphically so that the problem or distortion could be seen.
One can already inquire the element location within the results interface. Go to “results inquire” tab, “inquire” panel and click “Element Information”. Click “Specify” type the part number and element number. Hit Ok and close the inquire window. You will see the element on your screen.
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