A. DesignModeler Overview
DesignModeler (DM) is a component of ANSYS Workbench.
A CAD-like modeler with analysis modeling goals:
Performs unique geometry modification capabilities for simulation:
-Feature Simplification
-Enclosure Operation
-Fill Operation
-Spot Welds
-Split Surfaces
-Surface Model Extraction
-Planar Body Extraction
-Beam Modeling
Contains parametric modeling capability:
-2D Sketcher with Dimensions and Constraints
Integrates directly with Ansys Workbench modules
-Simulation
-Meshing
-Advanced Meshing (ICEM)
-DesignXplorer
-BladeModeler
B. DesignModeler and CAD Files
A DesignModeler session can begin with CAD geometry:
File > Attach to Active CAD Geometry:
-Detects and imports current CAD model from open CAD system
-Plug-in mode (Bi-directional)
File > Import External Geometry File . . .
-Browse to and open neutral geometry files (Parasolid, SAT, etc.)
-Reader mode
Import options include:
Body type (solid, surface, all)
Simplification
-Geometry: turns NURBs into analytic geometry if possible
-Topology: merges duplicate entities
Clean/Heal: attempts to repair incomplete or poorly defined geometry
C. DesignModeler GUI Overview
GUI Layout:
-The menus and toolbars accept user input and commands
-Tool bars can be “docked” and re-sized to meet user’s preference
Two Basic Modes of Operation
-Sketching tab (2D)
-Modeling tab (3D)
D. Workbench Window Manager
Allows users to configure the individual panes as required
-Move and resize panes
-Tab Docking
-Auto Hiding
Auto Hiding
-Panes are either pinned
-An unpinned tab collapses when inactive
Moving and Docking
-Drag a title bar to move a pane (select with left mouse button and drag)
-Drag a tab to ‘undock’ a pane
-Use the docking targets to preview the resulting location of the pane
-Release the mouse button over a target to place or dock a pane
Restoring Original Layout
-Use “View>Windows>Reset Layout”
‘Window Management’ available in Simulation and Meshing
Efficient use of the workspace
Enables ease of use and intuitive operation
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