T-FLEX Parametric CAD. Fundamentals. 2D Design

Fundamentals. Two-Dimensional Design
Using Offset from Node
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When creating sketch elements, the position of any point of the elements being created can be defined
relative to another point. To do this, use the automenu option
Offset
This option can be called in transparent mode at any stage of creating sketch elements. Upon selecting the
option, select the point to offset from. Then, the offset distance is defined in relative or polar coordinates,
using the pointer and/or the property window. The system then returns to element creation.
Creating Line Segments
Any time the command is called, the system is ready for inputting line segments, as indicated by the pushed
icon in the automenu:
Line
A black triangle in the lower right corner of the icon indicates presence of a
pull-down list of options. Holding the button depressed over the icon a bit
longer opens the menu with more options.
To create a simple line segment (the option ), one needs to define two
points. The points can be specified arbitrarily by pointing in the drawing area
and clicking or by entering the exact coordinates (offsets) in the property
window. One can specify point coordinates relative to the selected point or
node in the drawing using the option ( ).
When creating a line, existing nodes can be selected as the line ends.
Parallel line
To create a parallel line, select the option:
Parallel Line
In this case, select a line by the mouse, to be used as the reference for constructing a parallel line. A line will
start rubberbanding on the screen parallel to the selected line. If the continuous input mode is used, then this
line will be parallel to the last input segment. To cancel a segment selection, right click .