Average Move (dcu_avgMove.dll)

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Average Move (dcu_avgMove.dll)

The purpose of this function is to move the point on one object to the center of a set of target points.  Use of this move generally does not impact the Sensitivity and GeoFactor results, see the Analysis Comparison & Assumptions and Linearity sections for more information.

 

 

Inputs

Object Point List: One point to be moved to the average location.

Target Point List: At least 2 points to define the target center.

 

Outputs

The part is translated so that the object point is moved to the center (average) of the target points.

 

Note: This DLL should be used if contributions by the surrounding points to the center location are to be determined in an HLM.

 

Procedure                

•Load the dcu_avgMove.dll. See Load DLLs.                

•Select the component where this move is to be created.                

•Select the 3DCS Move icon.                

•Add a UserDLL Move.                

•Assure Average Move is listed in the user routine drop-down.                

•Select points from the model.                

•Add one point to Object Pt Box. This is the point to moved to the average location.                

•Add 2 or more points to the Target Pt box. These pts are used to define the target center.                

•Add the component to be move to the Part List.                

•Provide a name and description for the Move.                

•Press OK to close the dialog.                

 

Also See: Average Tolerance