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  1. AHilditch

    GageMap Optimization Help

    Hi everyone, I am using a program by EDAS called GageMap that is used for optimally placing strain gages. I am new to this program and am looking for a tutorial on how to use its optimization function so that I don't have to hand calculate gage placement angles. The help files for this program...
  2. AHilditch

    Extraction Levers on Circuit Card Assemblies

    Hi All! I'm designing a circuit card assembly with a 3U card that utilizes ANSI/VITA specs 46.0, 48.2, and 20. What I'm running into is that it is possible to design an assembly (includes Printed Circuit Board and a Frame)according the the specifications that does not leave room for mounting an...
  3. AHilditch

    Hide undesired hidden lines in drafting mode

    Hello! I am having the same issue that was resolved in this thread -> http://www.eng-tips.com/viewthread.cfm?qid=295526 I was wondering if someone could give me a more detailed version of Toost's answer. I am unable to figure out how to select and change the font/color of the hidden holes I...
  4. AHilditch

    NX6 Editing Instance Rectangular Array to Add Feature

    Hi all, I was wondering if there was a way to edit an Instanced Rectangular Array to include an edge blend I added post-array. I have dragged the edge blend in the navigator tree to between the creation of the Instance Feature Pad and the creation of the Rectangular Array, but the edge blends...
  5. AHilditch

    Driveline Spline Alignment Methods

    Hi there, I have currently run into some issues with completely destroying male drive shaft splines and causing driveline failure. There was tooth shearing on the male spline and obvious wear on the female. After analyzing our spline design, it was determined that a better spline material and...
  6. AHilditch

    Manually Edited BOM Values Disappearing

    Hi there! I'm having trouble with some of the manually edited cell values disappearing in my Indented Bill of Materials. I can edit the cells, but as soon as I click off, arrow over, or hit 'enter' the inserted value disappears/ doesn't show. Is there a specific reason this is happening? It's in...
  7. AHilditch

    Linear, Diameter, and Radius Leader Differences

    Hi there, I am coming across a document setting problem that has me stumped. I am trying to change the leader lines for the linear, diameter, and radius dimensions. What I want is for the Linear dims to have the arrows and lines on the inside (pointing out to the end dimension lines)and the...
  8. AHilditch

    SolidWorks 2010 Drawing Custom Property Question

    Hi all, I am trying to set up a drawing custom property in order to make filling out my company's information intensive title block less time consuming. I have managed to create an acceptable template via Property Tab Builder that links to the designated places in the title block. However, I...

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