6.1             Read ShapeTopology

This step prepares a .poly file which acts as input for running the TRIANGLE in the next section. All the node and line information from the input shape file (vector merged shape file obtained in the section 5.4) is transformed into the poly file.

 

In the input section of the dialog browse the shape file (merged shape file obtained in the section 5.4) which will act as constraining layer for domain decomposition. In the output section browse a output file name for the poly file. After this, the module is ready to execute using the Run button. The text browser provides information regarding any error or processing. After the operation is complete for all the files it is required to Close the dialog to processed to next step.