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r-axis points right, Z-axis points up... I want r-axis up and Z-axis left. How do I do this???

Posted Jan 5, 2021, 5:41 a.m. EST Geometry, Results & Visualization Version 5.5 2 Replies

J Smedley Power Cable Insulation
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Hello everyone,

This is probably a ridiculous question to many, but I have searched the forum, Googled, Binged, Duckduckgo'd, and I'm not using te correct search terms apparently. So now, I humbly ask assistance. I apologize if this issue has already been covered ad nauseam.

In my axisymmetric 2D model, the r-axis points to the right, and the Z-axis points up. I want just want to see my model geometry rendered with the r-axis up and Z-axis pointing left. How do I do this without converting the whole coordinate system? One thing I tried converted the z-axis to an r-axis and vice versa. I'm sure the computer doesn't care mathematically, but it's a ridiculous representation for a human user.

Warmest regards, Jeff

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2 Replies Last Post Jan 5, 2021, 9:52 a.m. EST
Jeff Hiller COMSOL Employee

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Posted: 3 years ago Jan 5, 2021, 9:31 a.m. EST
Updated: 3 years ago Jan 5, 2021, 10:05 a.m. EST

Hello Jeff,

In COMSOL, in a 2D axisymmetric model, the r=0 axis is always rendered vertical. There is no easy way to have it be shown horizontal, I am afraid. I personally agree that in some cases (depending on what's being modeled) it may feel more natural to have it the other way. I have made the request for that capability, but apparently it is not as trivial to implement as it would seem. As you point out, from a mathematical point of view, how things are rendered on screen has no impact on the solution.

Best,

Jeff

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Jeff Hiller
Hello Jeff, In COMSOL, in a 2D axisymmetric model, the r=0 axis is always rendered vertical. There is no easy way to have it be shown horizontal, I am afraid. I personally agree that in some cases (depending on what's being modeled) it may feel more natural to have it the other way. I have made the request for that capability, but apparently it is not as trivial to implement as it would seem. As you point out, from a mathematical point of view, how things are rendered on screen has no impact on the solution. Best, Jeff
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Posted: 3 years ago Jan 5, 2021, 9:52 a.m. EST

Hello Jeff,

I'm glad to hear that I didn't overlook something and did my due diligence. It just wasn't there to be found. Thank you very much for your help!

Best regards, Jeff

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Hello Jeff, I'm glad to hear that I didn't overlook something and did my due diligence. It just wasn't there to be found. Thank you very much for your help! Best regards, Jeff

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