Using MDL with MPA

• When MDL is used with MPA software, the CAD solid model is automatically converted to the MPA model format

Using MDL with MPI
CAD models can be imported into MPI in two methods:

• As a Dual Domain™ or 3D mesh (or)
• As surface geometry, which can subsequently be meshed within MPI/Synergy

Dual Domain or 3D mesh import options

• Directly generate Dual Domain™ or 3D meshes from the CAD geometry. Both individual part models and multi-component (assembly) models can be meshed.
• Simultaneous mesh creation for all components of an assembly while ensuring that contact surfaces of mating components are perfectly matched. This feature brings about significant time savings and simplifies the workflow for users working with multi-component models.
• Option to specify target mesh size (edge length) to achieve a specific mesh density
• Chord angle control option allows for proper representation of curved sections in the resultant mesh
• Sliver feature removal option to eliminate spurious mesh quality errors

Surface geometry import options

• Imported geometry is represented in MPI/Synergy as trimmed NURBS surfaces
• These surfaces can be independently viewed, grouped, or meshed
• Key benefit is the ability to specify local mesh sizes in critical regions of the part model
• Only part models can be imported as surfaces, assembly models are not supported
  
  

• CATIA V5 R18 and earlier
• Pro/ENGINEER Wildfire 4.0 and earlier
• SolidWorks 2008
• Parasolid 19.0 and earlier
  
  

• Microsoft Windows Vista Business, Enterprise and Ultimate Editions (32 or 64-bit)
• Microsoft Windows XP Professional (32 or 64-bit)
• Microsoft Windows 2003 Server Standard and Enterprise Editions (32-bit)