Element: Create Pile
Function
Create Pile Elements. The 3D Pile Element, an embedded beam element type, does not require nodal connectivity with neighboring elements. In addition, the element also accounts for interface interaction between soil and structure.
Call
Model > Element > Create Pile
<Create Pile - 3D>
<3D>
Select Element(s)
Select Elements that will be changed to Pile Elements.
<Create Pile - 2D>
<2D>
Select Nodes
Select nodes that the 2D pile elements will be based on.
For Beam/Truss Element
Assign the Attribute for Pile elements which will have either Beam or Truss element property.
For Interface Element
Assign the Attribute for Interface Elements which reflects the pile and soil interaction with friction.