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Beam

Discussion List

  • Switch from Beam feature to Frame feature and preserve body ID's?

    Long ago, I used the Beam feature to configure an 8020 extrusion. I can configure the profile, the length, and the machining on the ends. I have mate connectors whos positions change to stay in the expected mating locations when the configuration changes. The part number and description is configured to indicate the…

  • Beam Feature - problem with orientation of beams

    I would like to build a simple frame. The frame consits of sketch lines. I'm having trouble with the right orientation of the beams. By trying to move the beams there is always one beam which does the opposite thing of the other three beams. The highlighted beams should be orientated in the same plane. What am i doing…

  • Deformed Beams FS

    Hello all, I present my first FeatureScript: Deformed Beams. With little experience in programming I set out to create my first FS to gain more knowledge on the subject. I created a FS that calculates and displays the deformation in beams with "simple supports" on each end. Before using the feature you will need to know…

  • Unwrapping Tube/Pipe (Cylinders)

    How would I go about unwrapping tube ends? I'm using the beam feature to model a tube chassis. Looking to unwrap the ends of the tubes so I can have a template to cut/notch the tube ends in preparation for welding. Any solutions to this? It seems it can't be done with sheet metal...

  • How to trim Beams between two cylindrical pipe parts?

    I was trying to trim Beams between two cylindrical pipe parts, it does not allow Planar faces to trim to. I tried Parts to trim to. Instead of trimming at the joints of the two pipes, the pipe to be trimmed disappeared. Can anyone help? Thanks.