To get the correct answer I had to create a reference node within the local cordinate system and connect it to my original node. I then set the spring constant really low for the plane I wanted motion in and really high for the planes I didn't. Just constraining the motion to a single plane...
So... I answered my own question... my graphics card is too new for Patran 2004 so I need to set my Screen setting to 32 bit. Also in C:\MSC.Software\MSC.Patran\2004\setting.pcl I put the following:
pref_env_set_string( "graphics_hardware_OpenGL", "NO" )
pref_env_set_string(...
Hey All,
So, I a brand new to Patran, and for some reason I cannot get anything to show on the screen!! I have played a session I have downloaded from the web and created solid geometries, but nothing appears in my database. I am sure this is a simple question, but if anyone has a suggestion...
