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February 28, 2017 at 7:57 am
Nikita
Ansys EmployeeHow can I import and use STL files with ANSYS Simulation products?
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July 21, 2017 at 6:17 pm
pgl
Ansys EmployeeThe best way to work with STL files is to import the STL file into ANSYS Spaceclaim and then convert into a CAD geometry file such a Parasolid. The CAD geometry can then be used by ANSYS Mechanical and other ANSYS simulation products.
Note that generally *.STL files are not able to capture geometry appropriately and ANSYS Spaceclaim helps to repair the .STL file if needed.
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July 17, 2022 at 3:07 pm
Ankura
SubscriberIt is best to import STL files into ANSYS Spaceclaim and export them as CAD geometry files such as Parasolid files.It is the best way to do this task.
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October 23, 2022 at 3:51 pm
Massimo Capoccia
SubscriberI would be grateful for your assistance on this occasion.
I have meshed a STL file in Ansys ICEM. It is a complex geometry. When I import the mesh in Fluent for CFD analysis, I keep receiving the same warning message despite my attempts to review the mesh in ICEM. Here is the warning message:
Building...
mesh
Error: Build_Grid: no faces in case file.
Clearing partially read grid.
Error: Build Grid: Aborted due to critical error.
Error: Build Grid: Aborted due to critical error.
Error Object: #f
Where am I going wrong?
I can share my file on a teams or zoom call in order to exchange an opinion and advice.
Kind Regards
Massimo Capoccia
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