This latest version of the pre- and postprocessing software provides a number of major new features that significantly reduce the time it takes to create an analysis model from CAD geometry. Version 8 is now available. Version 8 brings users unmatched benefits in functionality, import speed, usability, and model quality. Major new features make it possible for users to import CAD geometry more easily than ever before and quickly create high-quality analysis models from the CAD geometry.
Analysis can now operate at the same cycle speed as design development.
Rapid Surface Meshing Analyzing complex surface geometry that is created in CAD systems using the new rapid surface meshing tool results in significant reductions in analysis cycle time. The benefit is not only valuable for solving automotive body problems, but has applicability for many other parts and assemblies molded plastic parts. When creating complex surface geometry, CAD systems often create a large number of surfaces with gaps, overlaps, and other small features that must be cleaned up before an analysis model can be created. MSC.Patran's rapid surface meshing can eliminate this step which can take weeks. An analysis model of a complex set of surfaces, such as an automobile door, can be made quickly, saving time in the design and analysis process.