Using the Generate Mesh... tool

The three supported finite element mesh types are: Midplane, Dual Domain, and 3D. To mesh a 3D model, you must first create a Dual Domain mesh, fix any mesh problems, and then remesh the model with a 3D mesh.

Note: In the Layers pane, select the model regions that you want meshed. Only the visible model layers are meshed.
  1. Click Generate mesh (Mesh tab > Mesh panel > Generate Mesh). The Generate Mesh dialog allows you to preview the mesh, change the meshing parameters and save the parameters for future use.
  2. As necessary, select the General, CAD, NURBS, Tetra or Tetra Advanced tab, depending on the type of mesh you are generating, and make changes to the meshing parameters.
    Note: Use the 3D Mesher option from the Tetra tab to choose between the Legacy mesher or the Advancing Front mesher. The Advancing Front meshing technique allows you set the Maximum allowed edge length through thickness as well as the Maximum allowed aspect ratio.
    Tip:
    • Click Save Default Values to save all the parameters marked with a * as the default value.
    • Once the parameters are saved, they can be included as part of any user-defined or company workspace.
    • Click Use Default Values to reset all the parameters marked with a * to the current default option.
  3. Click Mesh Now. The model will be updated immediately with the new mesh.
Parent topic: Meshing the model