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Two simple examples illustrate the problems in the member-surface connection, as shown in LC3 of the article linked below.
Model Used in
FEA Model with Problems in Connection Between Member and Surface
| Number of Nodes | 12 |
| Number of Lines | 11 |
| Number of Members | 2 |
| Number of Surfaces | 2 |
| Number of Solids | 0 |
| Number of Load Cases | 3 |
| Number of Load Combinations | 0 |
| Number of Result Combinations | 0 |
| Total Weight | 6.450 tons |
| Dimensions (Metric) | 7,500 x 2,000 x 3,000 m |
| Dimensions (Imperial) | 24.61 x 6.56 x 9.84 feet |
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