: The diagnostic tools were overhauled for better usability. The most frequent functions are now centralized on a single tab, and the overall interface for mesh quality inspection is simplified.
: The transition toward "Flashpoint" (intelligent automatic surface meshing) reduces mesh turnaround time from days to minutes for complex geometries. pointwise-18-3-r1
: The update extends these voxel capabilities to "hex-core" techniques, which can be imprinted onto symmetry planes, further automating the volume meshing process for complex structures. : The diagnostic tools were overhauled for better usability
: Like most high-end CFD tools, it has a steep learning curve for beginners due to the depth of its features. : The update extends these voxel capabilities to
Pointwise V18.3 R1 (now part of the Cadence Fidelity Pointwise suite) is a significant update for CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) engineers, primarily known for introducing and enhancing user workflow efficiency . Key Features & Enhancements
: Users can now use point clouds for mesh adaptation, providing more flexibility when refining meshes based on external data. Performance Highlights
: This marquee feature allows for the generation of regular hexahedral cells to fill space between near-wall boundary layers and the far-field. This approach is often more efficient than unstructured tetrahedra and can improve flow solver convergence and accuracy.