This chapter discusses elements available in Abaqus. It provides an overview of the following enhancements:

• “New solid elements for coupled analyses,” Section 7.1

• “New solid elements with improved stress visualization,” Section 7.2

• “Linear pyramid element,” Section 7.3

• “Pore pressure cohesive elements,” Section 7.4

• “Fluid pipe and fluid pipe connector elements,” Section 7.5