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Center of Mass Point Generation

Center of Mass Point Generation

Center of Mass Point Generation

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I have an assembly that has 5 parts. Using tools/mass properties, I calculated the X,Y,Z center of mass. Is there a way to place a point or coordinate system at this location?
Thanks in advance.

RE: Center of Mass Point Generation

Here is a link to a macro that does just that:
http://www.moderntechmech.com/support/macros.html

-Dustin
Professional Engineer
Certified SolidWorks Professional
Certified COSMOSWorks Designer Specialist
Certified SolidWorks Advanced Sheet Metal Specialist
 

RE: Center of Mass Point Generation

and or see the FAQ
FAQ559-356: Center of Gravity

-Dustin
Professional Engineer
Certified SolidWorks Professional
Certified COSMOSWorks Designer Specialist
Certified SolidWorks Advanced Sheet Metal Specialist
 

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