Convert a Constraint to a Connection in Mechanism?

[tjkane]

Is there a way to convert an exisiting constraint in an assembly (for example, composed of "Insert" and "Mate") into a Pin connection type for use in Mechanism analysis -- or do I have to resinsert the component and define Pin at that time? I am using Pro-E 5.

Any input would appreciated.

 

[arybalnik]

I have not played with WF5 yet, but you should be able to just redefine the constrain without having to reassemble the part. If you cannot see the surfaces/features you need to redefine, then you can just move the part out of the way. Removing the part from assembly may cause issues with other components that may be related to it.

 

[tjkane]

Thank you for the input. I agree that removing the part from assembly could cause problems -- I would like to avoid this if at all possible. I'm confused because the Connection options (such as Pin) do not appear on the dashboard as options when I edit the definition of the inserted part (only more Constraint options appear).

 

[robertib]

This is the dashboard in WF4.
You need to uncheck the box marked allow assumptions, then you can convert the constraints to mechanism. See attached image for details).