2.1.1. Lattice

Lattice structures consist of a material arranged in a repeating lattice.

Figure 2.3: Lattice Geometry Options

Lattice Geometry Options

  • Type: The geometry of the lattice structure.

    • Octet

    • Diamond

    • Cubic

    • Cubic with center supports

    • Cubic with side cross supports

    • Cubic with bottom center supports

    • Cubic with side diagonal supports

    • Cubic with bottom center without vertical supports

    • Double pyramid

    • Double pyramid with cross

    • Double pyramid without lateral support

    • User Defined: Allows you to set your own custom lattice structure. Click the button to fully specify the user-defined lattice.

  • Volume Fraction: The fraction of space within the RVE that the lattice material occupies.

  • Connecting Spheres: Insert spheres to connect trusses.

  • Size: Define the size of the unit cell.

  • Add Rounds: Round off the edges within the lattice structure.

    • Rounds Relative Radius: The radius of the rounded off edge relative to the size of the unit cell.

  • Repeat Count: The number of times that the unit cell is repeated in each coordinate direction.