CORNER SMOOTH

This function allows the user to smooth out the sharp angle of a part with a defined radius. The program will generate a set of elements in a circular shape with the defined radius around the selected point.

When this function is selected, the program displays a window as shown in Figure 6.1.37. The default corner radius is 30 as displayed in the CORNER RADIUS window.

 Figure 6.1.37  Corner Smooth

After entering the desired corner radius, click the CORNER SMOOTH button, and the program will highlight the boundary line of the part as shown in Figure 6.1.38.

Figure 6.1.38 Sharp Corner

The program prompts the user to select a node on the boundary for corner smooth operation:
SELECT A NODE FOR CORNER SMOOTH

After a node is selected at a sharp corner, the program will generate a set of elements around the part boundary to form a circular shape around the corner. Figure 6.1.39 shows the result of a corner smooth operation.

Figure 6.1.39 Corner Smooth

UNDO will remove the mesh from the corner smooth to allow the user to go back to the original boundary.

Click the CLOSE button to exit the function.