DEP MeshWorks
In today’s fast-paced engineering landscape, minimizing product development timelines and costs has become absolutelyessential for staying competitive. MeshWorks, a next-generation CAE platform, automates simulation- driven design through intelligent meshing, advanced morphing techniques, and seamless optimization workflows. This powerful tool empowers engineers to make faster, more confident decisions backed by reliable data.
DEP MeshWorks Modules:
Meshing
Built specifically for simulation experts, MeshWorks’ Meshing Module offers a complete solution for creating superior-quality finite element meshes. The platform unifies various meshing approaches – such as tetrahedral, hexahedral quadrilateral surface meshing, and mid-plane extraction – all in one integrated system. Through the use of AI-powered feature detection and smart meshing templates, this module streamlines processes, minimizes hands-on work, and preserves complete connectivity with the source CAD geometry. This capability allows for rapid mesh reconstruction following design modifications, enhancing both efficiency and flexibility across the entire simulation process.
Key Features
- Swift creation of finite element meshes that conform to CAD models
- Sophisticated automation reduces the need for manual user input
- Template-driven processes guarantee consistent, superior mesh quality
- Accommodates 2D, 3D, mid-surface, and hexahedral meshing within a single integrated platform
Other Features
- Advanced CAE Meshing Tools
- Automated Mesh Generation
- AI-Driven Geometry Recognition
- Template-Based Control
- Batch Meshing Workflow
- Mid-Surface Extraction Tools
- Automated Mesh Repair
- Flexible Thickness Application
- Streamlined Meshing Workflow
Modelling
Developed exclusively for CAE professionals, this module simplifies the construction of multi-part finite element models through extensive automation and minimal manual involvement. It facilitates quick implementation of boundary conditions, loads, and connector specifications without requiring custom scripts. This methodology dramatically improves CAE workflow productivity while preserving exceptional accuracy and uniformity in producing simulation-ready assemblies.
Key Features
- Complete automation for generating 1D and 3D bolt elements throughout entire assemblies
- User-friendly definition of connection elements such as welds, fasteners, and adhesive bonds
- Automated contact detection and creation between component surfaces
- Quick application of boundary conditions and loads to complete finite element models
Other Features
- Automated Spot Weld Creation
- Seam Weld Generation Tools
- Adhesive Modelling Automation
- Bolt Modelling Utilities
- Contact Auto-Detection
- Solid Fuse Functionality
- Discipline-Specific Connector Adaptation
- HAZ (Heat Affected Zone) Modelling
- Assembly-Level Parameterization
Digital Twin
MeshWorks’ Efficient Digital Twin feature provides automated, AI-powered mesh creation directly from scanned part and assembly information. Through intelligent morphing capabilities, this technology produces high-precision, defect-resistant models that enhance CAE efficiency. Users gain advantages through expedited parameterization, better manufacturability outcomes, and optimized tooling efficiency – all delivered through a continuous, fully automated procedure.
Key Features
- AI-powered mesh creation from scanned or digitized information
- Implemented throughout the complete product development cycle using smart automation
- Adapts mesh to scan data with automatic alignment of geometric characteristics
- Produces mid-surface and solid meshes with superior mesh quality
Other Features
- Scan-to-Mesh Conversion
- Automated Feature Alignment
- Midsurface and Solid Mesh Generation
- Mesh Quality Enhancement
- Nominal vs Actual Model Comparison
- Deformation Compensation Tools
- DOE-Based Optimization Support
- AI/ML Integration
- Support for Assembly Components
Reduced Order Modelling (ROM)
The sophisticated Reduced Order Modelling (ROM) feature in MeshWorks converts traditionally intricate modelling operations into an efficient, automated process. Through a few simple guided procedures, users can create parameterized ROMs that precisely connect geometric sections with their associated beam characteristics. This automation enhances simulation speed, facilitating quicker analysis and more effective design cycles.
Key Features
- Automated parameterization of both linear and non-linear ROMs
- Smooth 3D–1D–3D model conversion
- Solver time reduction of up to 50%
- Super Element modelling for improved correlation results
Other Features
- 3D to 1D Conversion
- Topology & Cross-Section Detection
- Solver Time Optimization
- Cross-Section Parameterization
- Super Element Modelling
- High Model Correlation
- Automated ROM Creation
- Discipline-Specific Tools
- Geometry-to-Property Integration
CAD / CAE Morphing
MeshWorks’ Morphing module allows engineers to quickly modify and adjust existing FE and CFD models through feature-driven deformation methods. It removes the requirement for manual morphing zone configuration, providing straightforward region selection for both localized and comprehensive adjustments. As a globally recognized leader in CAE morphing technology, MeshWorks offers accurate, scalable, and accessible features that substantially decrease workload during design modifications – preserving consistency throughout complex assemblies while safeguarding mesh quality and analytical precision.
Key Features
- Modify FE/CFD models using sophisticated, feature-driven morphing techniques
- Eliminates manual configuration of control or deformable regions
- Maintains assembly relationships and connector positions throughout morphing operations
- Enables targeted reshaping while protecting or preserving essential cross-sections
Other Features
- Control Block Morphing
- Freeform Morphing
- Pattern & Section Morphing
- Connector Preservation
- Precision Matching
- Automated Remeshing and Rewelding
- Feature-Based Morphing
- CAD/CAE Interoperability
- Constraint-Controlled Deformation
CAE Parameterization
MeshWorks delivers a robust environment for comprehensive CAE model parameterization, allowing engineers to transform standard FE / CFD models into adaptable, intelligent parametric representations. Supporting applications including crash analysis, NVH, durability testing, and beyond, the module allows users to conduct optimization studies, handle configuration modifications, and expedite virtual testing. Featuring support for diverse parameter categories – such as geometry, section properties, connectors, and topology – the platform connects directly with ROM and AI/ML systems to facilitate optimization and design space investigation.
Key Features
- Facilitates full-scale CAE model parameterization for accelerated design cycles
- Automates parametric CAE model generation across multiple disciplines
- Connects with AI / ML and Reduced Order Modelling (ROM) systems
- Provides smooth integration with Multi-Disciplinary Optimization (MDO) workflows
Other Features
- Gauge Parameters
- Shape & Section Parameters
- Feature-Based Parameters
- Topology Parameterization
- Connector & Weld Parameters
- Mesh Rebuild Automation
- Part Toggle Parameters
- Multi-Domain Parameterization
- Tailor Weld Line Control
Multi Disciplinary Optimization (MDO)
MeshWorks’ Multi-Disciplinary Optimization (MDO) module allows engineers to assess and refine design options across various domains through integrated parametric and non-parametric approaches. The system automates critical phases of the optimization cycle—including solver operation, results analysis, and direct integration with external optimization platforms. Featuring native support for Design of Experiments (DOE), Reduced Order Models (ROM), and automated model refreshes, MeshWorks enables high-performance, multi-objective optimization throughout the complete design spectrum.
Key Features
- Streamlines design and simulation through parametric modelling approaches
- DOE-driven workflows handle sophisticated, multi-physics simulations
- Expandable batch processing enables high-volume CAE operations
- Compatible with premier optimization solver platforms
Other Features
- Daily MDO Integration
- Cross-Domain Parameter Reuse
- DOE Matrix Automation
- ROM-Based Optimization Acceleration
- Efficient MDO Workflow
- Rapid Design Exploration
- Topology Optimization Support
- Geometry Simplification
- Automated Morphing Capability
Process Automation
MeshWorks’ Process Automation (PA) feature allows engineers to capture, modify, and run modelling procedures through an entirely visual environment. Utilizing the straightforward Record > Create GUI > Plumb > Publish approach, users can document CAE operations and transform them into reusable automation sequences—completely code-free. These automation procedures promote repeatability, uniformity, and decreased modelling duration across initiatives, establishing PA as an essential resource for standardizing simulation methodologies organization-wide.
Key Features
- Record modelling procedures directly via the graphical interface – zero coding necessary
- Simple creation of tailored user interface panels for automation sequences
- Visual workflow connection through drag-and-drop logic assembly
- Deploy reusable process components for organization-wide utilization
Other Features
- Streamlined Hex Automation
- Complexity Handling
- Extensive Pre-Packaged Library
- External Script Integration
- Cross-Platform Compatibility
- Visual Creation Interface
- No Scripting Needed
- Faster Workflow Development
- Universal Functionality Support
Electrification Module
MeshWorks’ Electrification Module (eMOD) is a specialized toolkit designed for modelling and analyzing electric vehicle (EV) systems and parts. Addressing every phase from system-wide assessment to granular component examination, eMOD combines parametric CAE capabilities with automated processes to provide swift, precise, and productive outcomes across electrification initiatives.
Key Features
- High-frequency acoustic analysis for Electric Drive Units (EDUs)
- Electro-chemical simulation at the individual battery cell level
- Complete vehicle crash analysis for battery pack structures
- Vehicle mass reduction through parametric design approaches
Other Features
- EV-Specific Meshing Tools
- Automated Assembly Connections
- Parametric Modelling Capability
- Automation for EV Applications
- Multi-Disciplinary Support
- Modelling Speed and Efficiency
- High-Speed Optimization Engine
- ICE-to-EV Conversion Automation
- Solver Coupling Utilities
Post Processing
MeshWorks’ Post Processing module is designed to provide rapid, precise, and visually comprehensive assessments of simulation outcomes across various disciplines. Featuring advanced automation scripting and sophisticated visualization capabilities, it allows users to obtain critical measurements—including maximum stresses and modal characteristics – across numerous designs or loading scenarios. A multi-page, multi-viewport layout facilitates simultaneous comparisons, while integrated performance scorecards and database-connected session monitoring ensure transparent findings that support design enhancement efforts.
Key Features
- Automatically identifies elevated-stress zones for focused evaluation
- Coordinated contour display for multi-scenario comparisons
- Interactive charting capabilities enhance result comprehension
- Performance scorecards consolidate key metrics to inform design choices
Other Features
- Contour Plotting
- Animation Tools
- Model Info Panel
- Hotspot Extraction
- 3D HTML Report Generator
- Graphing Utilities
- Multi-Disciplinary Result Viewing
- Built-In Design Guidance
- Optimization-Aware Feedback
