2D :Map-Area

 

Overview

IMG_C_ICON_DOT.gifSelect lines that form a closed domain to generate a quadrilateral mesh.

 

Methodology

Define the mesh size directly or input the number of divisions on the surface forming edges. Select [Automatic Mapped-Boundaries] or [Manual Mapped Boundaries] edge composition to select edges that form a closed domain.

         

<Automatic Mapped-Boundaries >                        <Manual Mapped Boundaries>

Automatic Mapped-Boundaries

Generate a 2D mapped mesh by automatically selecting edges that form the desired domain. The mesh may not be created due to the model shape and algorithm properties.

 

Manual Mapped Boundaries

When the 2D mapped mesh cannot be automatically generated, the edges are divided into 4 explicit groups and then selected. All edges within an edge group must be connected and the edge groups need to be specified in order, either in the clockwise or counter clockwise direction. Finally, the selected edges must form 1 closed domain.