Embed truss elements to solid elements for heat transfer analysis
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Dear all, I want to simulate a geothermal pile with the pipe loops incorporated inside. In order to avoid computational time, I am trying to model the pipe as a truss element and embed it into the concrete pile which is modeled as a 3D solid element. I am not sure if the embedded element technique can be used for heat transfer analysis. Furthermore, if that technique can not be used for my case, does anyone know can I make an interaction between the truss and the solid element in order to simulate the heat flow from the pipe to the surrounding concrete?? Thank you very much in advance, Best regards. Dimitris Skordas