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  1. Tetragrammaton

    Can some explain strategies for applying a datum system at a global level e.g. an entire car, plane?

    Hi All, I am curious to understand the bigger picture as when we talk about applying GD&T, it always see to be at a micro/part level. It seems like we are, understandably, always focused on the this fine detail at the part and assembly level. What i would really like to know if anyone has...
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    Center of Gravity (CG, CoG) for a Component made up of Solid Bodies and Unsewn Surfaces?

    Hi All, I'm using NX 12.0.2.9 and have a supplier model that was previously imported. It comprises of a mixture of solid bodies and (unsewn) surfaces. Trying to measure it various ways to identify the CoG does not appear to work on a component comprised of mixed bodies. I don't need the mass...
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    Teamcenter and Excel (Live) Integration ?

    Hi All, I often search for large amounts of data, typically an entire system, 10,000 rows exported to excel. Exporting the data is easy enough. I then import it using Power Query, turn it into a useful search / reference index of many many attributes output from Teamcenter, it is extremely...
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    Aerospace - Self Tensioning Drive Belts ?

    Hi All, RE: Compressor system, belt driven. I'm looking to develop a system whereby I'd like to consider the possibilty of removing the need for the tensioning mechanism. I've seen in the automotive sector that there is such a 'Self-tensioning' (stretch fit) drive belt. I will of course...
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    How to organize 'Sections' in the NX 10.0, Assembly Navigator in Modeling?

    How can I organize / order the Sections I create in modelling in the Assembly Navigator, in NX10.0 ? I cannot seem to organize / order them alphabetically by clicking on the top of the column in the navigator has no effect. Nor can I find a right click option to add / select a filter. It seem to...
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    NX10, Drafting - How to move the 'Leader Line' position on the Detail View circle?

    Hi All, Seems I have forgotten the "trick" to be able to move the leader line position on a Detail view circle. In case it's not super clear, by move, I mean that if my leader line from the Detail View letters is attached to the circle. Say in the upper left quadrant of the circle and I need to...
  7. Tetragrammaton

    QFD Training?

    I am currently looking for online QFD training? I've found that the ASQ has a course but is there any other equally good. Best Regards Tetragrammaton :)
  8. Tetragrammaton

    Vismockup Navigator zoom / scale ?

    Hi All, I use Vismockup quite a lot. One thing I have not found is a way to increase the size of the image in the Navigator. Does anyone know if this is even possible? It would be of great help. Thanks Best Regards Tetragrammaton :)
  9. Tetragrammaton

    Creating a pattern of independent points on a toroidal surface in NX9

    Hi All, Trying to find a way to creating an array of any type on the outer surface of a toroidal face. In my case I need in the region of 2000 points and up. Naturally the size is not the issue it is creating that many points with a single array function. My question is, is it possible and if...
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    NX9 Sketch - DOF (Degrees of Freedom) arrows not visible?

    Hi All, Been using NX9 since it was updated on our system in Q4. I've noticed that during sketching that the DOF arrows are not visible. I have tried toggling /switching them On/Off with it seems no success. Apologies if I have missed something but I have tried searching for variations on this...
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    Controlling visibility of Associative Dimensions in NX Modelling

    Hi All, I have searched through the forums but not come across anything that seems remotely like this. In NX 7.5 Modelling, I am measuring between two points for example but I check Associative under Associative Measure and Checking option. Also under Results Display, Annotation I select Show...
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    Visual Editor in NX7.5 will not show Integer type expression

    Hi All, Has anyone come across this situation using Visual Editor? I have a number of alternate feature variations in the same model file. The visibility of the each variant is control by using the Suppression By expression. Whereby each different variant is assigned a number by which an 'If...
  13. Tetragrammaton

    Save location for customized popup menu (MB3)

    Hi All, I've been doing some customization of my popup menu (MB3) in NX 7.5 (modeling and drafting) to have my most commonly accessed tools available, this is a Windows 7 workstation. I would like to find the location of the file that saves all these customizations; where would this be found...
  14. Tetragrammaton

    Alpha-numerically ordering items in Tabular Notes?

    Hi All, Currently using NX 7.5 working with Tabular Notes in Drafting. I am looking for different suggestions how to order items in a Tabular Note based on any selected column. I have found that exporting out to the contents to a spreadsheet, then using Data>Sort A to Z works, so it appears...
  15. Tetragrammaton

    How do I setup an Axis System by Euler angles?

    Hi all, I am having a quite challenge here to measure and setup a complex, compound axis system (in Catia V5.19) I have an existing axis which is explicit / isolated. The challenge is to redfine it by using Euler angles since it has three distinct angles from absolute. First I tried...
  16. Tetragrammaton

    Is it possible to reorder views in the Catia V5 spec tree?

    Hi all, From a general 'house keeping' point of view I would like to know if it is possible to reorder the views in the spec tree? Pls also ref attahed screenshot. In current spec tree I have under Annotation Set.1 the following: Front View.1 Front View.2 Section Cut View.1 Section Cut...
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    Does any one have knowledge of Requirements Management or Analysis?

    Hi All, I am very interested to understand more of this and perhaps someone here could help. Apologies if I have posted this in the wrong forum, though I did search and found nothing. So this seemed to be the next logical choice. Where I picked up on RM (Requirements Management) was from...
  18. Tetragrammaton

    What is the most widely used software for Composites design?

    Hi All, I am looking to move over into the field of composites design. Background for the last ~20yrs has been as a Product Design Engineer in Automotive and Aerospace disciplines. Primarily with a heavy focus on high end cad like Unigraphics NX, Catia v4 & v5 and also IDEAS. So I would be...
  19. Tetragrammaton

    Can you study Composite Design by Off-campus/Distance Learning?

    Hi all :) My background is that I work primarily in the Automotive and Aerospace disciplines for the last 20years, so I'm 40ish ;). Mostly I work on product design with high end CAD progams(Unigraphics NX/Catia/IDEAS etc). My qualification if is originally from Australia and is an Associate...
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    What is a SUSPECT 939 error caused by?

    Hi All, Can anyone shed any light on this problem which occurs each time the file is opened? SUSPECT939 Warning Spline Check WARNING: Splines with Bad Data Detected. Look for splines with SUSPECT939 attribute. Can anyone tell me how to located these 'bad spline' and fix or remove them...

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