Deformable Part problem
Deformable Part problem
(OP)
I'm testing out the usefulness of Define Deformable Part (NX 7.5)for our organization and one hitch I have encountered is that if the original deformation is deleted from the part file an "orphaned" version of the entire deformed part is added to whatever assembly it was deformed in.
Quite simply is there a way to prevent that from happening?
Quite simply is there a way to prevent that from happening?





RE: Deformable Part problem
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RE: Deformable Part problem
So the short answer is no?
Unfortunate. Due to the inablity to edit a deformation once created (unable to add/remove features to it) the only way to update a deformation is to recreate to it which of course unhides and disassociates the assemled part in effect creating an unneeded duplicte in the assemlby file(s). Such a situatin is problematic to say the least.
Or is there a work around that I'm missing?
RE: Deformable Part problem
for e.g. springs: create two reference sets: compressed and decompressed. then you can create as much reference sets as you want, according to position of the spring.
deformable parts usually creates mess in assemblys.
RE: Deformable Part problem
Up to now we have been using dead adjusted copies in the assembly file leaving the single master pristine, but, opening up the assemblies to show possibly(probably) out of date data.
we're just looking for the holy grail of a single master math file plus a representative and readily updateable assemled part that is sufficiently idiot-proof.
That last caveat is why I'd prefer a warning/crash for the orphaned deformation rather than it updating/adding a copy like nothing happened.
A tall order I know but a man can dream.
RE: Deformable Part problem
Here's a thread in which the usage/creation is covered :
http://www.eng-tips.com/viewthread.cfm?qid=275543
Best regards,
Michaël.
NX7.5.4.4 + TC Unified 8.3
RE: Deformable Part problem
What I'm looking to use Deformable Part for (at least in the beginning) are things like Bushings, Springs, and Straps. Parts that once developed aren't likely to change all that much and even less likly to have major revisions which means Deformable Parts issues may not be a show stopper for implementing it, however, they will be an issue if it's role were to be expanded beyond that limited scope.
RE: Deformable Part problem
Best regards,
Michaël.
NX7.5.4.4 + TC Unified 8.3
RE: Deformable Part problem
One thing off the top of my head though. Can part families be defined by geometry as well? (used for running a strap around mutiple or irregularly shaped parts)