FE-simulation of complex metal forming processes is often hampered by
mesh distortion. In this case a new mesh of quadrilateral or hexahedra
l elements must be generated (remeshing). This cannot be done effectiv
ely by using currently available methods. This paper presents a new al
gorithm for the generation of hexahedral element meshes. The quality o
f the algorithm is demonstrated by the simulation of a complex forging
process.