BLANK GENERATOR

 

This function is mainly for meshing flat blanks. The dialog window is shown in Figure 9.5.1.

 

 

Figure 9.5.1 Blank Generator Options

 

BOUNDARY LINE

Allows the user to create a flat blank mesh using boundary lines.

 

SURFACE

Allows the user to create a flat blank mesh using an existing surface.

 

 

After selecting boundary lines or surface, the user needs to key in the concerned tool radii from the INPUT window. The concerned tool radii are usually the minimum die radii. These will determine the initial blank element size. A DYNAFORM QUESTION window appears, asking the user to select the options as listed below:


YES -     Accepts the blank mesh.

 

NO -     Cancels the operation.

 

       REMESH - The CONCERN TOOL RADII window will be displayed again and the user can adjust the radius.