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T-FLEX Parametric CAD. Fundamentals. 2D Design

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Additionally, one can choose between the types of the dimension witness<br />

lines (parallel or radial) by using the options / .<br />

To complete a dimension creation, click its position by . If the dimension<br />

is already tied to a node, clicking simply confirms its creation.<br />

Creating Dimension by Cone<br />

Dimensions<br />

A dimension by cone is created based on two non-parallel graphic lines. The selected lines are considered<br />

silhouette edges of a cone (cone projection). In this case, the dimension measures the distance between the<br />

ends of the selected lines, in the direction orthogonal to the cone axis. Thus, one can dimension a cone base<br />

on a projection view without creating additional nodes at the line ends.<br />

To create a dimension by cone, use the option . After selecting the option, the following items are<br />

available in the automenu:<br />

Select Line<br />

Cancel selection<br />

The dimension creation starts with subsequent selection of two non-parallel graphic lines. Once the lines are<br />

selected, the following options appear in the automenu:<br />

Set Dimension parameters<br />

Copy Properties from Existing Element<br />

Change leader line jog orientation<br />

Place Dimension in the absolute coordinates<br />

Center Dimension Text<br />

Change Sign (change prefix)<br />

Change Dimension type<br />

Tie Dimension to Node<br />

Break (kill) relations<br />

Cancel selection<br />

Line ends selection for attaching a dimension is done automatically by the system. However, if necessary,<br />

this can be modified using the option ( ) that helps quickly toggle through all possible pairs of line<br />

ends.<br />

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