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Mesh density definition

Mesh density definition

Mesh density definition

(OP)
Good morning

I would like to ask you, theoretically, how to you pick a mesh density in one model.What I mean is how do you know how many nodes and elements is right to have in your model..
Thank you..

RE: Mesh density definition

any text should tell you ...
1) start with a mesh that captures the geometry, refine the mesh where you expect stress gradients;
2) refine the mesh again
3) see if the results change significantly
4) if signicant change return to 2), if not exit.

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RE: Mesh density definition

(OP)
Thank you for your response..
But my question is if there is way to calculate the amount of elements needed without meshing the model first.

RE: Mesh density definition

no

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RE: Mesh density definition

You can get a feel for how many elements you need by running a simple model and experimenting with different mesh sizes to see how they converge. Typically for cylinder walls I'd use a minimum of 4 quadratic elements through the thickness, maybe more depending on the problem. There's no method for 'calculating' the elements as such, as a lot depends on the type of loading, or stress features there may be.

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