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LS-DYNA Mesh Collector dialog box

Element Topology
Element Family Specifies the element family. Choose from:0D1D2D****3DFor a list of supported LS-DYNA elements, see LS-DYNA elements.
Collector Type Specifies the collector type for the selected family.The element names depend on the solver language chosen for the FE model.
Properties
Type Appears only when 2D is selected as the Element Family.Choose a physical property type from the list. For a list of types and their equivalent LS-DYNA keywords, see LS-DYNA elements.Click Open Manager to define a new laminate definition or physical property table based on the specified type.
Name/SOLID Selects an existing physical property table defined for the specified element family and collector type.Click Edit to modify the specified physical property table.
Name
Name Specifies the name of the mesh collector. Enter a meaningful name or accept the default.
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