k#
- Mapdl.k(npt='', x='', y='', z='', **kwargs)#
Define a keypoint.
APDL Command: K
Defines a keypoint in the active coordinate system [CSYS] for line, area, and volume descriptions. A previously defined keypoint of the same number will be redefined. Keypoints may be redefined only if it is not yet attached to a line or is not yet meshed. Solid modeling in a toroidal system is not recommended.
- Parameters:
- npt
Reference number for keypoint. If zero, the lowest available number is assigned [NUMSTR].
- x, y, z
Keypoint location in the active coordinate system (may be R, θ, Z or R, θ, Φ).
- Returns:
int
The keypoint number of the generated keypoint.
- Return type:
Examples
Create keypoint at
(0, 1, 2)
>>> knum = mapdl.k('', 0, 1, 2) >>> knum 1
Create keypoint at
(10, 11, 12)
while specifying the keypoint number.>>> knum = mapdl.k(5, 10, 11, 12) >>> knum 5