Can OpenGL be used to modify NX CAD Models?
Can OpenGL be used to modify NX CAD Models?
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Hello, I am wondering if the OpenGL API can be used to modify NX CAD models. As far as the nature of the modifications goes, it would be simple things like offsetting and hollowing out solid bodies to certain thicknesses and what not.
I am aware that the NXOpen API can be used to do some of these things, but what if the NXOpen API did not offer a solution or capability you would like to have? Could OPpenGL be an option?
I am aware that the NXOpen API can be used to do some of these things, but what if the NXOpen API did not offer a solution or capability you would like to have? Could OPpenGL be an option?





RE: Can OpenGL be used to modify NX CAD Models?
John R. Baker, P.E.
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RE: Can OpenGL be used to modify NX CAD Models?
RE: Can OpenGL be used to modify NX CAD Models?
RE: Can OpenGL be used to modify NX CAD Models?
That is probably putting it simply though. I am sure it would be more complicated than that. Getting the centers of gravity of the model would be the tricky part though.
I guess using OpenGL would be overly complicated but I sometimes like the challenges of trying something different.
I haven't done the proper research but I am not sure if NXOpen provides the functionally needed to create models on screen.
With that said, can NXOpen accomplish this? Somebody recommended I look into uusing Parasolid. What exactly is that used for?
RE: Can OpenGL be used to modify NX CAD Models?
Before jumping into NXOpen for this, you should look into "User Defined Features" (or UDF's for short), the reuse library, and part families. Depending on your exact needs, one of these may work for you without the need for delving into NXOpen.
Whatever you can do in interactive NX, you can almost certainly do with NXOpen; there may be a few rare exceptions, but I have not encountered them yet.
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RE: Can OpenGL be used to modify NX CAD Models?
But, you should go for NX Open. Nothing else.
It will do what you expect from it.
Regards,
Tomas
RE: Can OpenGL be used to modify NX CAD Models?
Tim Flater
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RE: Can OpenGL be used to modify NX CAD Models?
Not really. Half a dozen lines of code, maybe. In fact, using SNAP functions, it might be just one line of code (can't remember). Read the SNAP and NX/Open docs, and record a few journals.