Generating the finite-element mesh

Once the object group of a study is defined, the mesh creation dialogue is automatically being available. For models based on 3D solids, a tetrahedral finite element mesh will be generated. For models based on 3D surfaces, AutoFEM will use triangular finite elements.

 

The mesh is created in the Meshing Parameters dialogue.

 

For typical ShipConstructor models, whose parts which are usually relatively thin and spaced apart, it is recommended to build the finite element mesh using the "Thin-walled structure (regular)" option, which will result in a balanced and representative FE mesh. Once the other mesh parameters are selected, the mesh's quality can be evaluated and the creation process completed:

The tetrahedral grid model of a ShipConstructor model

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