autopol unfolder for windows
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AutoPOL Unfolder for Windows. Extended unfolding capability for SolidWorks. Import or design a 3D model in SolidWorks. Any commands can be used to create features . It’s not limited to particular sheet metal features, also surface models can be unfolded. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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AutoPOL Unfolder for WindowsExtended unfolding capability for
SolidWorks
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Import or design a 3D model in SolidWorks. Any commands can
be used to create features. It’s not limited to particular sheet
metal features, also surface models can be unfolded.
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Retrieve active part from SolidWorks into AutoPOL Unfolder or import STEP or ACIS-
SAT files.
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The AutoPOL command ”Split face” can be used to divide surfaces. This is done because
this particular part will be manufactured in two pieces and
welded together.
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Activate AutoPOL ”Unfold” command. Select the surfaces to unfold and click to start the
automatic unfolding calculation.
Optional number of bend lines can be included.
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The 2D flat pattern is created and shown in a separate windows.
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Send 2D flat pattern back to SolidWorks.
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The result is inserted in a SolidWorks drawing. Notice that
information about bending angles are included. SolidWorks
dimensioning and annotation tools can now be used to
complete the drawing.
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The output is controlled from a dialog box. Different settings can be made and used, depending of
how the result is used in the manufacturing process.
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This slide shows how 2D flat pattern has been imported into a
bend simulation software. Here the bend lines and angles are essential.
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This slide shows 2D geometry nested on a sheet. In this case only
the contour is allowed. No bend lines or angles are included.
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This and the next slides shows different kinds of geometry’s that can be
unfolded. AutoPOL Unfolder has a very powerful unfolding capability. All single curved surfaces can be unfolded.
Lofted surface.
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Several unfoldings created from a single body 3D model.
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Unfolding created from a 3D model that has some geometrical errors.
Bend radius missing.
Inner and outer bend radius has different center points.
NURBS surface.
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AutoPOL Unfolder for WindowsMore information at www.autopol.com