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Refinement
Rescale the global maximum element-size target for the supported structured mesh path.
Rescale the global maximum element-size target for the supported structured mesh path.
Where to find it
Mesh workspace; System → Mesh
How to use it
Set Refinement factor, build and inspect the resulting mesh, then rerun the affected study. This control does not apply the stored Selection as a local refinement mask and does not refine an unstructured Netgen mesh. Choose Build Mesh to apply the sequence.
Settings and initial values
| Setting | Initial value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Selection | all | all selects the applicable domains; otherwise use a named selection or the selection editor. In the supported structured meshing path Refinement factor rescales the global maximum size; Selection is not a local refinement mask. |
| Refinement factor | 2 | In the supported structured meshing path, a positive factor divides the global maximum size: 2 halves it and 0.5 doubles it. Multiple enabled Refinement factors accumulate. Without a finite maximum size this operation has no size to rescale; it does not apply Selection as a local refinement mask. Do not expect this feature to refine an unstructured Netgen mesh; change its size controls or use supported solution-driven adaptation instead. |
Result
Inspect the element distribution and counts before running a study.
Troubleshooting
For an unstructured mesh, use its generator and Size controls. Old solver results still belong to the previous mesh until a new solve completes.