Simple Mesh With Uniform Elements


Updated by Altair Forum User
Hello,
I'm trying to mesh a simple rectangular beam (200mmx50mmx50mm) with a uniform mesh throughout as seen in the example photo. When I carry out a 5mm volume tetra mesh it generates uniform elements on the surfaces but this is not the case inside as seen in the attached photo. How can I achieve a uniform element pattern throughout as seen in the example photo?
Thanks in advance,
Tom
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Updated by Mario_21478
Hello,
With these simple geometries, you can simply drag 2D elements.
Menu: Mesh-> Create-> 3D Elements-> Drag (see attached picture).
If there is no particular reason to use tetra elements, stick with hexa.
Otherwise split it, as tinh has suggested.
Best Regards,
Mario
You should make hexa mesh, and then use panel 3d>split>solid elements, with option 'split into tetras'
but sometimes hm generate interior nodes, so I suggest you to make 1 hexa element, split it into tetras, and then use pulldown menu Tools>Transformation Tool to generate whole component