RESULT MAPPING

 

The purpose of this function is two-fold:

 

 

Before using the RESULT MAPPING function, the user must import the desired (targeted) part mesh in NASTRAN format into the eta/DYNAFORM database. The deformed blank (forming results) in DYNAIN format should then be read into the database. The user will continue to carry out the RESULT MAPPING operation using the dialog window as shown in Figure 9.7.2. If there is no DYNAIN file read into the current database, the RESULT MAPPING function is disabled.

 

The procedure for RESULT MAPPING is as follows:

 

  1. Click both the FROM and TO buttons to select the deformed blank and the desired (targeted) part mesh.

  2. Toggle ON COORDINATE TRANSFORM, then define (select buttons) or input (already existing) two coordinate system IDs to align the deformed part to the desired (targeted) part.

  3. If the deformed blank is not aligned to the new blank, select INCREMENTAL ADJUSTMENT to adjust the position of the deformed blank. The user can input or define a C.S ID. Then, input the value and select the direction (U, V, W, RU, RV, RW). The user can click the (+) and (-) buttons to manually adjust the deformed blank position.   After aligning the two parts, select MAP to complete the RESULT MAPPING operation.

  4. Select RESET to return the deformed part to the original position, and select EXIT to dismiss the RESULT MAPPING dialog window without mapping the results.

 

 

Figure 9.7.2 The Result Mapping Dialog Window