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This command is only available with the
Automotive Body in White Templates product. |
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This task shows how to create a
bead, in order to add strength to a part.
The created bead shape is a triangle shape. |
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Open the Bead1.CATPart document. |
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Click Bead .
The Bead Definition dialog box is displayed. |
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Select the Base surface.
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The base surface must have at
least one internal sharp edge. |
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Check Base surface relimitation to trim the base
surface with the bead shape. |
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Select a point on the sharp edge.
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Define a Reference direction.
By default, it is the tangent direction to the location edge at
the location point. |
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Define the bead parameters by clicking the value to edit
in the dialog box or by clicking the manipulators in the 3D geometry.
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These values must be positive. |
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Click Preview.
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Click OK to create the bead.
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With Base surface relimitation |
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Without Base surface relimitation |
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