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Stage 1
Conceptual Engineering Phase Layouts and Engineering Notebook
Understand Existing Situation High-level Requirements Space Allocation Define New Space and Motion 2D Sketches 3D Models Rapid Iteration & Convergence Animations Capture Key Design Intent Parameters Notes Spreadsheets Proprietary Data
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Stage 2
Preliminary Product Structure Phase Pro/INTRALINK, Model Tree
Quickly define product hierarchy
Templates ensure all designs share the necessary common elements such as layers, views & parameters
Pro/E menus and Model Tree pop-up menus Pro/INTRALINK and PDMLink
Empty Components; Copy from start models Automatic assembly of default datums Unplaced, Partially- & Over-Constrained Components
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Stage 3
Capturing Design Intent Phase Skeleton Models
What needs to happen? Capture conceptual design parameters within the context of the assembly Capture & control critical object interfaces in a single, convenient location How? Skeleton Models Centralized pathway for communication Facilitate task distribution Promote well-organized design environments Enable faster, more efficient propagation of change Special Treatment in BOMs, Simplified Reps, Drawings, Model Tree & Mass Property Calculations Uniquely supported Scope Control Setting
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Stage 4
Manage Interdependencies Phase Reference Viewer & Reference Graph
Tools to Manage References External Reference Control
Ensures
Top-Down Design methodology is followed design management rules directly into the design proper design reuse
Incorporate
Ensures
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Stage 5
Communication of Design Intent Phase Publish Geoms, Copy Geoms & Inheritance
Publish Geometry Features Provides ability to pre-determine the geometry to be referenced by a Copy Geometry feature Allows designers to define their interfaces to the rest of the design Copy Geometry Features Allows copying of all types of geometry Surfaces, edges, curves, datums, quilts, copy/publish geometry Retains copied geometry name and layer settings Dependency on parent geometry can be toggled Can be Externalized External Copy Geometry Build relationships on external models independent of an assembly Useful for coordinate system assembly practices Inheritance Inherit model geometry for one-way associativity Shrinkwrap (included in Foundation Advantage Package)
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Stage 6
Population of the Assembly Phase Automatic Component Constraints & Component Interfaces
What tools are available for populating the assembly? Assembly Tools
Component Creation
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320MB
540 MB
70 MB
Subassembly, with Skeleton Model containing all required information ~ 20 MB
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CONCEPTUAL DESIGN
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Product Definition
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What it is Not:
Three dimensional solids Fully detailed
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What it is Not:
Three dimensional solids Fully detailed Fully constrained
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What it is Not:
Three dimensional solids Fully detailed
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Hierarchy
Top_level.asm Top_level_skeleton.prt Sub_assy_1.asm
Sub_assy_1_skeleton.prt
Sub_assy_2.asm
Sub_assy_2_skeleton.prt
Sub_assy_x.asm
Sub_assy_x_skeleton.prt
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3D Design Finally!
The foundation is set but topologically modifiable its time for 3D.
With Reference Control Manager, you are safe to create your parts directly in the assembly.
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Family of Tables
Interchange Assembly
Layout Declarations
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Relations
Pro/Program
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Miscellaneous Tips
Separate Part Versus Assembly for Skeleton Features
Avoid constructing assembly-level skeleton features since the system requires that you perform all edits of these features in Assembly mode.
The components can become an obstruction and degrade performance. Furthermore, you cannot easily reuse skeleton features at the assembly level in other subassemblies. By using a separate part file, you can edit the feature in Part Mode and reassemble it into many different assemblies.
Geometry Features
Place all static information in a skeleton as early as possible and place all dynamic information later in the design process cycle.
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Miscellaneous Tips
Datums for Skeleton Models
Consider renaming skeleton datums to sk_
Visualization
Use simplified reps and transparency prolifically to make viewing easier Use display states to highlight different items at different times Use surfaces to clarify meaning of centerlines & axes
Conceptualization
Dont be afraid to use simple hand sketches before delving into complex situations its NOT illegal
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Lightweight Components Represent common components with lightweight graphics for optimum display speed Accurate mass properties and BOMs Customizable symbolic representations Flexible Components Represent multiple states of a single component in an assembly Addresses critical need for consistency between BOM and assembly model Intelligent Regeneration Assembly regeneration is up to 80% Faster!
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Enable the framework for interchangeability of components allowing for high-velocity product development by supporting rapid iterations of product variations.
Create a concurrent design environment by spreading project design responsibility across many organizational levels.
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Allows changing of multiple feature types at any point Offers a user-friendly user interface with easy access to commands Supports object-action workflow for increased productivity Consolidates Data Sharing features, such as Merge, Cutout, and Inheritance
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