Mapping-based 3D hexahedral finite element mesh generation method
Bo Ren, Cheng Wang · Wuhan University Journal of Natural Sciences · 2007
Mapping mesh generation is widely applied in pre-processes of Finite Element Method (FEM). In this study, the basic 3D mapping equations by Lagrange interpolating function are founded. Based these equations, a mapping pattern library, which maps essential configurations e.g. line, circle, rotary body, sphere etc. to hexahedral FEM mesh, has been built. Then available FEM mesh will be generated by clipping and assembling the mapped essential objects. Study case illustrates that the proposed method is simple and efficient to generate valid FEM mesh for complex 3D engineering structure.