Finite Element Mesh Generation by B. H. V. Topping

by B.H.V. Topping

"This book describes both structured and unstructured mesh generation techniques. Structured mesh generation is covered briefly and the algebraic, multi-block technique is discussed in more detail. The main part of the book covers unstructured mesh generation using the advancing front, paving and Delaunay techniques. The Delaunay method is described in two and three dimensions. Both theoretical and implementation issues are discussed in detail. An integrated framework that is used for the two dimensional unstructured methods is also described. Common features of the framework accurate control over mesh size; boundary refinement procedures; and postprocessing tasks such as smoothing. Methods to convert triangular meshes to quadrilateral meshes are also presented. Mesh quality of the different mesh generation procedures is addressed with some examples." The book will be of interest to engineers, computer scientists and mathematicians working on mesh generation and finite element methods. The C source code for the procedures described in the book is available via the authors's website.

Hardcover

First published September 1, 2002