Adding a Shell Connection Point

You can add a shell connection point to a shell, positioning it using an axis system. Shell connection points let you connect mating shells together.

Note: Only one shell connection point per shell can be added.

Before you begin: Open any document containing a shell where you want to place a shell connection point.
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  1. Click Shell Connection Point or select Insert > Connection Point > Shell Connection Point...

    The Shell Connection Point Definition dialog box opens:



  2. Select the shell to which you want to add a shell connection point.

  3. Identify the shell connection point in the Name box.

  4. Place the shell connection point using an axis system:

    1. Select Standard.
    2. Click .

      The Axis System Definition dialog box opens.

      If there is an existing representation, a right-handed axis system is positioned by default.

    3. Optionally: Define an origin and X, Y and Z axes.

      For more information about defining axis systems, see Generative Shape Design User's Guide: Using Tools: Defining an Axis System.

    4. Click OK.

    You can also position shell connection points using the Placing Connection Points Using the Advanced Method.

  5. Click OK to validate.