Symbols can be added from within the DimXpert manager under the dimension text category.
Also to aid in the compliance with ASME standards users can easily add symbols to DimXpert annotations like the continuous feature symbol (CF) seen above. To achieve these results users can create a compound feature, which I demonstrate in some short videos below. This graphical representation of the continuous feature helps remove any misconception during manufacturing. Notice how MBD has the ability to highlight both features of the part when the single DimXpert annotation is selected. I created these models to show the compliance of SOLIDWORKS MBD to the ASME continuous feature standards. I created some test models of my own to share with you how SOLIDWORKS MBD is complying with the latest industry standards.įigure 2: Test model for continuous features, internal cylindersįigure 3: Test model for continuous features, internal cylindersįigure 4: Test model for continuous features, External Widthįigure 5: Test model for continuous features, External Width Hence, they are called continuous features. Although these features (holes or planes) are disconnected, they are to be manufactured and inspected together continuously. It is of great importance for SOLIDWORKS MBD to comply with these standards.
One case involves coaxial same-sized holes, and the other involves multiple co-planar faces divided by grooves.įigure 1: ASME Continuous feature standards Download Geotol Pro A Practical Guide To Geometric Tolerancing Per Asme Y14 5 Workbook 2009 When people should go to the books stores, search initiation by shop, shelf by shelf, it is really problematic.
The standards specify two use cases shown in the figures below. Recently, some users have been asking about whether SOLIDWORKS MBD complies with the continuous feature requirements for ASME Y14.5-2009 standards.