Procedure:
1.Open a model
2.Switch to the DMU Kinematics workbench.
3.Start by creating a new Mechanism.
a.If the Assembly consists of Constraints, you can select the Assembly Constraints Conversion function and create a new Mechanism.
b.If no Constraints exists, start by creating a Fixed Joint and create a new Mechanism. Select a part to Fix in the assembly. This option will also create a Fixed Constraint.
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CATIA V5 Joints |
3DCS Joints |
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Joint |
Degrees of Freedom Controlled |
Joint Name |
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Rigid |
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N/A |
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Revolute |
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3 Translations 2 Rotation |
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Prismatic |
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2 Translation 3 Rotations |
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Cylindrical |
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2 Rotation 2 Translation |
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Spherical |
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3 Translations |
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Planar |
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1 Translations 2 Rotation |
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Point Curve |
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2 Translation |
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Point Surface |
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1 Translations |
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N/A |
1 Translation 1 Rotation |
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U Joint |
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3 Translations 1 Rotation |
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Gear Joint |
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N/A |
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Roll Curve |
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Rack Joint |
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Cable Joint |
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Screw Joint |
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CV Joint |
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