FEM Modeling-Element Attributes 1D 2D 2D 3D Intrinsic Dimensionality.Elements can have one,two or three space dimensions.There are also special elements with zero dimensionality,such as lumped springs or point masses. Nodal points.Each element possesses a set of distinguishing points called nodal points or nodes for short.Nodes serve a dual purpose:definition of element geometry,and home for degrees of freedom.They are usually located at the corners or end points of elements,as illustrated in Figure.In the so-called refined or higher-order elements nodes are also placed on sides or faces,as well as perhaps the interior of the element. Intrinsic Dimensionality. Elements can have one, two or three space dimensions. There are also special elements with zero dimensionality, such as lumped springs or point masses. Nodal points. Each element possesses a set of distinguishing points called nodal points or nodes for short. Nodes serve a dual purpose: definition of element geometry, and home for degrees of freedom. They are usually located at the corners or end points of elements, as illustrated in Figure . In the so-called refined or higher-order elements nodes are also placed on sides or faces, as well as perhaps the interior of the element. FEM Modeling - Element Attributes