Mapping Types

These tasks will introduce you to the various mapping types.

Triangulate XYZ points based on .csv file source data before mapping, and use linear shape function mapping (2D/3D target elements).
  1. Create a field entity using a discrete .csv file.


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  2. Realize the field using the triangulation method. A source mesh is automatically created using the xyz points. Mapping is calculated using the linear shape function.


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  3. Contour the mapped temperature.


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Inverse Distance Weighted Mapping

This task makes use of the inverse distance weighting method.
  1. Create a field entity using a discrete .csv file.
  2. Realize the field using the inverse distance weighting method. A source mesh is automatically created using the xyz points in the .csv file, and mapping is calculated using the linear shape function.


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Shape Function and Proximity Mapping

In this task you will map target nodes, which fall outside the source elements, using the close point approach. Nodes that fall inside the source elements will use the shape function.

If the target model is slightly bigger than the source model, within the tolerance specified in the Field Realization dialog, the close point method will be used to find the values of the nodes outside the model. Use shapefunctionandproximity instead of shapefunction.

Provide the correct Search Radius to detect the nodes that fall outside of the source model. If the Search Radius = 0 , the distance will be automatically found and searched.


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