A Frontal-Delaunay refinement algorithm for mesh generation in piecewise
smooth domains is described. Built using a restricted Delaunay framework, this
new algorithm combines a number of novel features, including: (i) an
unweighted, conforming restricted Delaunay representation for domains specified
as a (non-manifold) collection of piecewise smooth surface patches and curve
segments, (ii) a protection strategy for domains containing curve segments that
subtend sharply acute angles, and (iii) a new class of off-centre refinement
rules designed to achieve high-quality point-placement along embedded curve
features. Experimental comparisons show that the new Frontal-Delaunay algorithm
outperforms a classical (statically weighted) restricted Delaunay-refinement
technique for a number of three-dimensional benchmark problems.Comment: To appear at the 25th International Meshing Roundtabl