line3 elements

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what are line 3 elements? why can't them be used in 3D static analysis

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  • VictorVictor
    They are 3 node elements that can be curved and have quadratic interpolation along their length. They can be used for:
    - Beams with the CCX solver
    - Fins in thermal analysis with the internal solver

    The internal solver doesn't have 3-node beams because I haven't implemented that yet. You can use Mesh tools -> Change shape to convert between line2 and line3.
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