IMPORT (F3)

This function allows the user to read in CAD or finite element model data into active database.  The Import window is shown in Figure 3.6.1.

Figure 3.6.1 Import File window

FILE TYPE 

Select the downward pointing triangle in the FILE TYPE dropdown menu and select the proper format.  The available formats are:

 

MODEL DATA FORMAT:

LS-DYNA, NASTRAN, and ABAQUS

CAD DATA FILE:

LINE DATA, IGES, VDA, DXF, STL, ACIS, CATIA, STEP, UG, PRO-E, and

MULTI-STAGE FILE:

DYNAIN

 

If ALL FILES is selected, all types of files will be shown in the window.

The IMPORT button allows the user to continue to import files without closing the IMPORT FILE window.