3D Mesh Preparation and Quality Control

Solid faces that belong to only one solid and are displayed in green.

Solid faces that are shared between two or more connected solids. Displayed in yellow.

Edges that belong to two adjacent faces of a single solid. Displayed in green.

Points located at the ends of edges. Selectable as points.

A 3D representation of an object that defines its shape and volume.

The process of creating a 3D mesh from a solid model.

The process of preparing a solid model for meshing, including removing unnecessary features and defining target elements

The process of assessing the quality of a 3D mesh and making adjustments to improve its accuracy and smoothness.

A method in HyperMesh that automatically creates 3D mesh directly on solids, provided the selected solids are mappable.

The process of creating a 3D mesh from a 2D mesh by extending it into the third dimension based on specific parameters.

Faces that directly connect and enclose the volume between the Source and Target faces in Hex Meshing.

The face from which the mesh is projected in Hex Meshing, initiating the creation of the 3D mesh.

The opposing face of the Source Face in Hex Meshing, which guides the direction of the mesh projection.

The vector determining the direction of the 3D mesh creation in Hex Meshing, extending from the Source face to the Target face.

A HyperMesh function that creates hex mesh elements on a solid object.

The process of creating a mesh of solid elements, where surfaces, elements or faces are selected as Source/Target, and lines, nodes or other entities are selected as Guides.

The process of removing unnecessary features from a solid model to prepare it for meshing, such as holes and internal details.

A two-dimensional representation of a solid model's surface, with elements like triangles or quadrilaterals, used as the foundation for tetrahedral meshing.

A process that involves checking if all elements in a mesh are connected correctly, ensuring data flow and avoiding errors during analysis.

A process used to create a 3D mesh by filling the space within a 2D shell mesh with tetrahedral elements.

The process of accurately evaluating the quality of a tetrahedral mesh by examining its geometry and element properties for errors or distortions.

The process of ensuring that a solid model is prepared for meshing, often involving steps like cleaning up geometry, creating a 2D shell mesh, and checking element connectivity.

The process of simplifying complex solid models by reducing the amount of detail or removing unnecessary features for more efficient meshing.

The process of resolving geometric inconsistencies, such as gaps, overlapping surfaces, or sharp edges, in a solid model before meshing.

The ability of a solid object to be meshed in a specific direction (one or three dimensional).

A solid object that cannot be meshed, typically due to complex geometry or sharp edges.

A solid object that can be meshed in one specific direction, typically along a single axis.

A solid object that can be meshed in all three directions (X, Y, Z).

1D elements are used to model rod-like or bar-like objects like bolts, accurately capturing their behavior in FEA.

0D elements are essentially mesh nodes with an additional value attached. These values can represent various properties like material properties or boundary conditions.

Beam sections store data about the cross-section of a beam, allowing efficient beam generation. They also provide 3D visualization, alignment, and offset manipulation tools for accurate modeling.

Automotive, Ship Building, Aircraft, and Civil Engineering all benefit from Beam Modeling. They provide efficient and accurate representations of structural elements in these industries.

Edit Beam in HyperMesh allows users to modify 1D beam elements. It includes features for alignment, orientation, offset, and control over degrees of freedom. This provides fine-grained control over the model's behavior.

The Review function within Beam Mesh allows for analysis of the beam's cross-section. It provides information about area moments of inertia and stiffness, which are crucial for structural analysis.

A type of connector that creates a rigid connection between two nodes. It transfers all six degrees of freedom (DOF): translation and rotation.

A connector that allows for a specific type of connection between two nodes. It can be used to define various types of behavior, such as pinned connections, sliding connections, or rigid connections.

A process that automatically creates connectors based on pre-defined rules, simplifying the connector creation process.

A central hub in HyperMesh for managing and reviewing all connectors created in the model, providing insights into their properties and behavior.

The initial stage in the analysis process where the model is built and prepared for simulation. This includes tasks like defining geometries, materials, and connections between parts.

A tool for checking and verifying the accuracy and integrity of the model before running the simulation. It helps identify potential errors and ensures the model is ready to run.

The final step of the analysis process where the simulation is executed using a chosen solver, producing results that provide insights into the model's behavior.

A set of pre-defined tools and features within HyperMesh designed for model building, analysis, and validation. It helps navigate through different stages of the simulation process.