3 D finite element meshing from imaging data q
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This paper describes an algorithm to extract adaptive and quality 3D meshes directly from volumetric imaging data. The extracted tetrahedral and hexahedral meshes are extensively used in the finite element method (FEM). A top-down octree subdivision coupled with a dual contouring method is used to rapidly extract adaptive 3D finite element meshes with correct topology from volumetric imaging data. The edge contraction and smoothing methods are used to improve mesh quality. The main contribution is extending the dual contouring method to crack-free interval volume 3D meshing with boundary feature sensitive adaptation. Compared to other tetrahedral extraction methods from imaging data, our method generates adaptive and quality 3D meshes without introducing any hanging nodes. The algorithm has been successfully applied to constructing quality meshes for finite element calculations. 2005 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
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