GMS:FEFLOW

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GMS can import and export 2D and 3D finite element meshes using the FEFLOW ASCII Model File Format (*.fem). This makes it possible to build a mesh in GMS and export it so it can be used to build a model in FEFLOW. Also, the mesh from a FEFLOW model can be exported from FEFLOW and imported into GMS for viewing, examination and post-processing.

The mesh geometry and nodal data sets in the .fem file are imported and exported. FEFLOW boundary conditions and material properties on elements are not imported or exported.

Import

To import a .fem file into GMS, use the File/Open command. Change the Files of type to *.fem (or *.*) to see the file. Alternatively you can simply drag and drop the file onto the GMS program window.

Export

To export a 2D or 3D mesh from GMS to a .fem file, right-click on the mesh in the Project Explorer and select the Export command.