This section explains how to use the Mesh Controls dialog box and the Element Type dialog box to control mesh characteristics. The following topics are covered:
“Assigning mesh controls,” Section 17.16.1
“Choosing an element shape,” Section 17.16.2
“Selecting a meshing technique,” Section 17.16.3
“Redefining region corners,” Section 17.16.4
“Setting the mesh algorithm,” Section 17.16.5
“Specifying the sweep path,” Section 17.16.6
“Changing mesh controls for previously meshed regions,” Section 17.16.8
“Associating ABAQUS elements with mesh regions,” Section 17.16.9
