Smooth spline spaces on unstructured quadrilateral meshes for isogeometric analysis
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Micro Abstract We present a framework for isogeometric analysis on unstructured quadrilateral meshes. Acknowledging the differing requirements posed by design and analysis, we propose the construction of a separate, smooth spline space for each, while ensuring isogeometric compatibility. A key ingredient in the approach is the use of singular parameterizations at extraordinary vertices. We demonstrate the versatility of the approach with applications in design and analysis.
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