Elements

As in 2D calculations, in order to determine the value of the thermal bridge, it is necessary to identify the elements which represent the structure of the component: in tab you can handle elements, which in 3D can be of two kinds:

Please recall that χ value, characteristic of the 3D thermal bridge, is the result of L3D (flow / temperature difference between the internal and external environments) to which contributions of the various elements are subtracted. Correct elements' configuration is therefore essential.