ABSTRACT

A three-dimensional mesh generation technique is developed in this paper. Problems arising due to interactive modeling are highlighted in relation to complex geometries. A preprocessor finite element grid generator. FEMGEN, has been modified for mesh generation.

The modified FEMGEN program is linked with a three dimensional finite element program. Pipe sample is chosen to describe the flexibility and capability of the modified FEMGEN program. The appendix I shows typical subroutines to support the computer program discussed in the paper. Discussions and conclusions are given to validate the computer-aided approach.