Are overlapping geometries bad?

[Pingen]

Hi,

In WB. My model containts partially overlapping parts. Sometimes the overlapping (shared) volumes are substantial. Does this cause problems with the meshing or other aspects of the simulation?

Pingen

 

[cbrn]

Hi,
a straightforward answer is not possible. Generally meshing is not a problem as long as the meshes in the two overlapping volumes are done "independently". There are cases where overlapping is unphysical, other cases where it is necessary (shrink-fit)...
By using all the contact adjustment commands, normally you can model your geometry "as nominal" without gaps or overlappings.

Regards