Add Child Fill Point¶
Introduction¶
The child fill point indicates which space will initially be 3D-filled with a liquid. At runtime, the code does a 3D flood fill from this point to the boundaries of the vessel or simulation bounding box (whichever comes first) to define the extent of the fluid’s initial condition.
In the example below, the simulation domain includes a static tank, and the fluid configuration is set to free surface. A fill point is added to the system, which by default is positioned at the center of the main lattice domain. Its location is then adjusted in the property grid by modifying the coordinates (or alternatively, using the context-specific toolbar). As a result, the tank is filled with fluid up to the fluid height box, leaving empty headspace above.
This is different from the Edit Fill Point form on the Main Lattice page which is used to define the initial extent of the domain.
Access¶
When you select Add Child Fill Point, a new child geometry is formed and the property grid below will launch.
Property Grid¶
General¶
- Point
m | This is where the location for the child fill point is indicated. The location can be moved or modified by adjusting the coordinates. The point can also be moved or rotated by using context-specific toolbar options.
Location¶
The Add Child Fill Point form is found on the following context-specific toolbars:
