create grid

create grid

The create grid module produces a 2D or 3D uniform grid that can be used for any purpose. A typical use is starting points for 3d streamlines or advector. In 2D (default) mode it creates a rectangle of user adjustable grid resolution and orientation. In 3D mode it creates a box (3D grid). The number of nodes will depend on the X, Y and optional Z resolutions as well as the cell type specified.

Ports

DirectionNameTypeDescription
InputInput FieldFieldAn input field used to generate default center and extents.
OutputOutput FieldFieldThe created grid field.
OutputSurfaceRenderableA renderable object displaying the created grid.

Properties

PropertyTypeDescription
Output Cell TypeChoice: Point, Line, Quad, HexThe Output Cell Type control allows the user to select between creating grids consisting of different cell types.
X ResolutionIntegerThe X Resolution is the number of nodes in the x direction.
Y ResolutionIntegerThe Y Resolution is the number of nodes in the y direction.
Z ResolutionIntegerThe Z Resolution is the number of nodes in the z direction.
Grid RotationDoubleThe Grid Rotation allows you to rotate the grid about its center point by a set Azimuth and Inclination.
Z ScaleDoubleThe Z Scale is the vertical exaggeration to be applied to the output object.
Center PointDoubleThe Center Point is the location of the center of the grid. It is also used as a center of rotation for the grid.
I SizeDoubleThe I Size value controls the size of the grid in the x direction before rotation.
J SizeDoubleThe J Size value controls the size of the grid in the y direction before rotation.
K SizeDoubleThe K Size value controls the size of the grid in the z direction before rotation.
Coordinate UnitsStringThe Coordinate Units by default are based on either the input field or set to ft.