I am running some analysis on a shell model using millipede FE system. It is a pnuematic form so I am applying a normal area load of 6894 n/m^2 as well as a area load to portions of the model that would be covered in concrete. I input the specs of the architectural fabric. E=.75 v=.3 p=610 and the thickness is .009. Whenever I run the study, and I've done so on several different meshes, it always produces several errant points. What do these points mean. Also when you divide 1 by the deflection does that convert the deflection to meters. I am also curious about the self weight input. Am I correct in assuming that a self weight of 1 applies 100% of all forces onto the model. I have been a big fan of your software and of your ideas and I still use topostruct since it's such a creative tool. I would like to learn more about doing studies in millipede but I need a little more info on what the various optimization setting should be and what tolerance values to apply. There are several inputs for these but I am unsure how to make adjustments. I have tried to follow your manual and demo files and they have been very helpful in getting me to this point but it seems there are some details I still don't get. If you can help explain or if you'd prefer I can provide you with the file to review. thanks
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