To understand how a non-Newtonian fluid like molten plastic flows through complex model geometry, the volume of the part is represented by an array of small joined elements which collectively form a mesh.
Temperature, pressure, and velocity of flow are calculated for each element within the mesh. The cumulative effect is a representation of the dynamics of the model as a whole. Therefore, to ensure the accuracy of the results, it is vital to have a good quality mesh for an analysis.
In this chapter, you learn about the different mesh types supported in Autodesk® Moldflow® Insight, and what constitutes a good mesh. This chapter also highlights how mesh parameters mesh parameters can be adjusted, depending on the type of your inputs and the outputs you require.