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Adaptive mesh refinement for time-domain electromagnetics using vector finite elements :a feasibility study.

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/875969· OSTI ID:875969

This report investigates the feasibility of applying Adaptive Mesh Refinement (AMR) techniques to a vector finite element formulation for the wave equation in three dimensions. Possible error estimators are considered first. Next, approaches for refining tetrahedral elements are reviewed. AMR capabilities within the Nevada framework are then evaluated. We summarize our conclusions on the feasibility of AMR for time-domain vector finite elements and identify a path forward.

Research Organization:
Sandia National Laboratories
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
DOE Contract Number:
AC04-94AL85000
OSTI ID:
875969
Report Number(s):
SAND2005-7561
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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