The GiD Tutorial provides a systematic approach to using the GiD pre- and post-processing system for engineering simulations. The software is designed to handle the entire workflow—from creating geometric models and generating complex meshes to assigning boundary conditions and visualizing results. Core Workflow in GiD
The standard engineering process in GiD follows a clear, top-down hierarchy where attributes are assigned to the geometry rather than the mesh itself.
Geometric Modeling: Define points, lines, surfaces, and volumes. Geometry can also be imported from CAD systems via formats like IGES or STEP.
Assigning Attributes: Apply material properties, boundary conditions (e.g., displacements, loads), and physics-specific data directly to the geometric entities.
Mesh Generation: Specify mesh criteria (such as element size or type) and generate the grid.
Simulation & Analysis: Use the “Calculate” menu to run an integrated solver or export the mesh and data to an external simulation code.
Post-Processing: Visualize results through tools like iso-surfaces, streamlines, and deformed shapes. Mesh Generation Capabilities
GiD supports a wide variety of mesh types and element geometries to suit different engineering needs: Pre and Post Processing (GiD) – CIMNE
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