Information imported from the CAD model along with improved default meshing parameters have been incorporated into this release.
Topics in this section
Update meshing algorithm for beam elements
Previously the edge length of a beam was not related to its diameter. Often beams needed to be re-meshed before running an analysis.
Default Global edge length
The default values for global edge length were generally too long. Many users reset this value as a standard practice.
Imprinting enhancements
For Dual Domain models, features on one surface need to be imprinted on the opposite surface for good mesh matching.
Transfer of CAD properties
Properties defined on CAD faces/bodies, e.g. second shot overmolding, and CAD body colors, are now transferred onto the corresponding triangular and tetra elements within the mesh.
CAD meshing fallback
Previously if a CAD mesh fails, it was converted into an STL model and then meshed using the STL mesher.
Edge length scale factor
When using an API script, users can now scale the default surface edge length to suit their requirements.
Merge tolerance
There have been two major changes to the merge tolerance.
Chord height
The default value for Chord height was hard coded at 0.1mm for all models. This may not be suitable for very large and very small models.
3D channel meshing
There is no longer a requirement to have a separate CFD software license when meshing 3D channels.
Improved Tapered Beam experience
When creating a tapered beam, the resulting beam will now appear as a smooth taper on its initial creation.
Preservation of small features
Previously when meshing CAD models, local mesh density may not be have been preserved near small features. This has now been fixed.