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How do I get a result quantity (stress, displacement, etc) at an arbitrary point in my model?

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      The easiest way to get a result at a location is to have a node at the location. The task can be performed by using element sizing so the node will be at the desired location. Another method is to create a hardpoint so that a node will be generated at the location during meshing. This method is not typically recommended, but it will place a node at that location so that the result can be retrieved. If changing the mesh is not an option, the only way to get a result at an arbitrary location is to create a path with one of the path points at the desired location. The PPATH command allows the user to enter locations in the workplane or enter specific coordinate locations.