Requesting an Error Estimation

Add an error estimation request. Error estimation is an a-posteriori error indicator which gives feedback on the mesh quality. The mesh quality is determined by testing the solution against an unconstrained physical test.

  1. On the Request tab, in the Solution Requests group, click the  Error Estimation icon.
    Figure 1. The Request Error Estimation dialog.


  2. From the drop-down list, select one of the following:
    • To request error estimates on all mesh elements in the model, select All mesh elements.
    • To request currents only on triangles, select Only error estimates on triangles.
    • To request error estimates only on segments, select Only error estimates on segments.
    • To request error estimates only on segments, select Only error estimates on tetrahedra.
    • To request error estimates only on mesh elements with specified labels, select Only error estimates on specified labels.
  3. [Optional] Select the Export error estimates to *.out file check box to export the error estimates to the .out file.
  4. In the Label field, add a unique label for the request.
  5. Click Create to request the error estimates results and to close the dialog.