PREPARATION

 

As shown in Figure 7.1.1, there are several functions in the PREPARATION dialog window. The user must first import part geometry or part mesh using BSE/PREPARATION/IMPORT OR FILE/IMPORT.  Refer to SECTION 3.6 for details on importing geometry files.

Figure 7.1.1 BSE Preparation dialog window

 

 

The CHECK DUPLICATE SURFACE function enables the user to check and highlight duplicate surfaces and include duplicate surfaces in a new part.

 

The PART SPLIT function allows the user to split parts into TOP and BOTTOM surfaces, and edge thickness surfaces. This function also allows the user to generate a medial surface. Detailed information on PART SPLIT is provided in sections 5.2.23 and 5.2.24.

 

The UNFOLD FLANGE function enables the user to unfold the flanges fully or by incremental angles on a product. Refer to Section 6.1.1 for detailed information about unfold flange operation.

 

The PART MESH function enables the user to mesh the part geometry using PART MESHER. Detailed information on PART MESHER is provided in Section 5.3.4.

 

The MESH REPAIR function launches the Mesh Repair toolbar. Detailed information on MESH REPAIR is provided in section 5.5.

 

The INNER FILL function is used to fill in any holes on the part mesh.  Refer to Section 6.1.5.

 

Refer to Section 6.1.7 for information about TIPPING.