Solid Operation Example

In this example, we will connect a Stair with a Slab.

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1.Open the dialog box using the Design > Solid Element Operations command (also available from the context menu of either selected element).

For details on these controls, see Solid Element Operations Palette.

2.Collide the two elements.

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3.Select target element: the Slab.

4.Click Get Target Elements.

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5.Deselect the Slab.

6.Select the operator element: the Stair.

7.Click Get Operator Elements.

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8.Choose an operation type: Subtraction with upwards extrusion.

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9.Click Execute. The Solid Element Operation is complete.

10.View the result in 3D.

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With the Stair shown in wireframe:

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