Group

Purpose:

This interface is used to create and manipulate groups of parts. Often this interface is used to create groups that represent subsystems in a complex system. For example a model with two dummies, a vehicle, a deformable barrier, front seats, rear seats, etc... can be grouped. These groups can be saved to a file for later retrieval in subsequent post-processing sessions. Groups can be added to another group or subtracted form a composite group.

The grouping facility is somewhat similar to Views Interface, except here group is collection of entire parts. Its usage has similar applications in results presentation where typically a large amount of information needs to be conveyed to the audience in a limited time.

Function:

Sample:

No sample.

Dialog:

  • Group Name : Enter new group name.

  • Sort alphabetically : Sort group name in alphabetical order.

  • Create : Create a new group from the active set.

  • Delete : Delete selected group from the list.

  • Rename : Re-name a selected group.

  • Select : Make the selected group the active set.

  • Add : Add the selected group to the active set.

  • Sub : Subtract the selected group from the active set.

  • Save : S ave group data to a file.

  • Load : Load group data from a file.

  • Done : Exit Group Operations interface.

  • Or : Use OR operation for adding group.

  • And : Use AND operation for adding group.

  • Xor : Use XOR operation for adding group.

  • Auto Center : Automatically center the selected group to screen.

Note: Double click group name could also make the selected group active.