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To mesh a CAD model using auto sizing

Auto sizing does not overwrite already defined local edge lengths and chord angles.

  1. In the Layers pane, select the CAD body layers to mesh. Only the visible model layers are meshed.
  2. Click generate mesh (Mesh tab > Mesh panel > Generate Mesh)
  3. Click the CAD tab and ensure that Use auto sizing is selected
  4. Click Mesh, to launch the Simulation Compute Manager.
  5. In the Simulation Compute Manager, select the solve location, then click Launch.

Note: You can adjust the edge length through a Scale factor.

scale factor

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