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Contacts

The frame "Contacts" contains a table with the list of contacts. Adding (editing) contacts is performed in the "New contacts" dialog window.

The contact elements are used in applications that require a proper representation of structure-soil interaction. They can be further used to model joints or interfaces of two distinct materials (soil – rock interface). Contacts are assigned to already defined lines – free lines or mesh lines (interfaces). The contact is defined by its type.

Contacts can also be introduced using the mouse. This inputting mode is activated by clicking an appropriate button on the horizontal tool bar "Contacts". The following modes are available:

  • Add
 The contact is introduced by clicking the left mouse button at a desired location on the desktop.
  • Adjust
 Clicking the left mouse button on already existing contact opens the "Adjust contacts properties" dialog window, which allows for modifying its parameters.
  • Remove
 Clicking the left mouse button on already existing contact opens the contact removal dialog window – accepting this action removes the selected contact.
  • Location
 The contact location is selected from the combo box (mesh line, terrain segment).

The inputted contacts can also be edited on the desktop with the help of active objects.

Frame "Contacts"Frame "Contacts"

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