May 7, 2009Open Access

Gmsh: A 3‐D finite element mesh generator with built‐in pre‐ and post‐processing facilities

Key Points

Gmsh provides advanced visualization capabilities, enabling easier 3-D modeling for engineers and scientists.
The software features a built-in CAD engine that simplifies design integration and supports parametric input for customization.
Analysis of various design choices showcases original algorithms that enhance user experience and functionality within Gmsh software framework for finite element methods.

Abstract

Gmsh is an open-source 3-D finite element grid generator with a build-in CAD engine and post-processor. Its design goal is to provide a fast, light and user-friendly meshing tool with parametric input and advanced visualization capabilities. This paper presents the overall philosophy, the main design choices and some of the original algorithms implemented in Gmsh. Copyright © 2009 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.

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Christophe Geuzaine

University of Liège

Jean‐François Remacle

Institut des Arts de Diffusion

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International Journal for Numerical Methods in Engineering

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UCLouvain

University of Liège

Marymount University

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