1. If you have multiple result windows, select a result window. You can export the surface mesh for only one fringe plot at a time.

2. Select NASTRAN input option from the Type drop-down list on the Save As dialog box.

3. In the File name box, type a name and click Save. The Save Nastran Mesh dialog box opens.

4. Select a mesh type either Deformed or Undeformed.

5. Click OK. The file is saved with a .nas extension.