Creates a link element that is formulated in global coordinates. All stiffnesses are defined in the global coordinate system.
In Fenix, link elements act similar to a two-node spring. The global link element introduces a stiffness between two nodes that is defined in the global translational coordinate system (irrespective of the local axis of the link). The global link element does NOT create or transfer moments of any kind.
| Number | Name | Object Type | Description | Optional |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Line | GH_Curve | A single line segment that can be converted to a GH_Curve. | No |
| 2 | Kx | System.Double | Translational stiffness in the global X-direction between the two end nodes. | No |
| 3 | Ky | System.Double | Translational stiffness in the global Y-direction between the two end nodes. | No |
| 4 | Kz | System.Double | Translational stiffness in the global Z-direction between the two end nodes. | No |
| Number | Name | Object Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Link Element | DesignGlobalLinkElement | A new global link element with the specified stiffness properties. |