How To Import A 2D NX 9.0 CAD Model Into Workbench Design Modeler v15.0

[PhillipSalois]

Hello,

I'm new to this forum so if this question has already been answered feel free to point me to the right location.

I've attached an example of a 2D area in NX that I am trying to import into ANSYS workbench design modeler.

If you open the part you can see that I have placed the area on the XY plane such that the area is on the positive X side of the Y axis. In workbench I change my geometry properties to 2D and have surfaces selected but no solid or lines selected. I am able to import 3D geometry but not 2D geometry.

If possible please share any sample parts that you have successfully imported into design modeler.

Here is a summary of the Geometry Properties Selected:

Analysis Type : 2D
Solid Bodies : No
Surface Bodies : Yes
Line Bodies : No
Mixed Import Resolution : Surface

I saw a link online that shows how to make a 3D model 2D. (

http://www.ansys.com/Resource+Library/Demos/Associ...)

However, I am starting off with a 2D sketch and don't see any reason why I should be forced to extrude it only to have to thin it back down in Design Modeler.

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!