Shrink Wrap Panel
Use the Shrink Wrap panel to generate an enclosed volume or solid mesh, and is typically used to approximate and simplify an existing model.
Location: 2D page
- Loose Shrink Wrap
- Generate a loose-fitting shrink wrap mesh that generally conforms to the model.
- Tight Shrink Wrap
- Generate a tight-fitting mesh that adheres closely to the underlying model, capturing as many features as possible.
Panel Options
Option | Action |
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entity selector | Select entities to wrap. |
features | Select feature lines on the model that must be retained. When meshed, elements will not cross over these lines. |
tight wrap / loose wrap |
Note: Not available when wrapping nodes or points.
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patch holes | If your model contains
holes that you wish the shrink wrap to cover over as if they did
not exist, enable the patch holes checkbox, and enter the
sub-options accordingly.
Note: Not available when wrapping nodes or
points.
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element size = | Specify the target
element size for the shrink wrap mesh. Note: Actual
element size will vary depending on the model's features in
order to improve mesh quality.
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generate solid mesh | Create the shrink wrap as a solid mesh rather than a shell mesh. This results in a mesh with no void space inside, rather than a hollow "bag" of mesh around the geometry. |
mesh orientation: global system /local system | Choose whether to orient the mesh according to the global coordinate system, or a local one. This can strongly affect how the mesh follows the underlying geometry. |
Command Buttons
Button | Action |
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mesh | Create the new shrink wrap mesh according to the input values. |
reject | Undo the most recent shrink wrap mesh creation. |
features | Open the Features panel, where you can define feature lines in the model that should be preserved during the meshing process. |
return | Exit the panel. |