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The Building Component
Within that application the term "component" does simply mean the ordered sequence of input elements composing some arbitrary object. The convenient input principle inherent to AnTherm - element overlapping - can facilitate construction input considerably if employed properly. GroupsThe construction to be simulated might contain some repeatedly appearing details. The input branch provides the notion of such details by groping them together (by unique group names) providing the method of quick selection, translation, rotation (by multiple of 90°) and mirroring (at axes parallel planes). The ability to compose any construction from groups is provided as an additional helpful method significantly simplifying the input process. Three dimensional constructionsThe input of three dimensional components follows same rules as those for two dimensions. 3D Layered Model
The thickness of a particular layer is defined by the depth for which a given section is a valid description of the structure. In other words, a separate layer must be specified for every change in cross-section when working through the layers of a particular model. This should be taken into consideration from the very beginning in the form of orientation sketches showing the number of layers (x/y sections) which will be needed in the z direction. Objects for which a two-dimensional analysis will suffice are modelled as an x-y section and evaluated per meter in the z direction. A dimensioned orientation sketch should include the origin which will be used for x and y coordinate input (an origin position along a component surface is usually the clearest solution). See also: Project types: Layered 3D Project 3D Model
See also: Elements of a component, Overlapping of elements, Project types |
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