Zero D and Virtual Assemblies

  Training Objectives

Solid Edge has the capability to mix both 2D and 3D geometry. As such it can apply the power of a true hybrid approach or workflow by solving 3D problems with 2D geometry and also using 2D geometry to drive the shape and position of 3D parts.

The ‘Zero D’ capabilities within Solid Edge provide the ability to map out the complete structure of a new design before any parts or assemblies have been created. This workflow makes it extremely quick to define the bill of materials and extract reports. Also when working in a team environment on a large project this approach allows you to distribute the overall layout of the assembly to different users by assigning appropriate 2D geometry to specific components and sub assemblies. Once the structure is ready a simple publish function will automatically generate all the model files complete with any 2D sketches where applicable, thus allowing the design to move forwards at an accelerated pace.

This Solid Edge video tutorial will focus on the Zero D and virtual assembly BOM’s in Solid Edge.

  Training Topics & Tutorial Content

Topics covered in this Solid Edge tutorial include:

• Zero D and Virtual Components
• Defining a Virtual Structure
• Associating Design Data
• Placing Virtualised Components
• Publishing the Virtual Assembly

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  Further Training Suggestions

Once you have completed this Solid Edge tutorial here are some suggestions for further training:

• Other tutorials in the Miscellaneous training sessions