Modifying reference planes
- Modifying the virtual plate
Modifying the contour, thickness and material of a reference plane is similar to modifying them for a regular plate.
Modifying the name is similar to modifying the material; by using the function "Modify Logistical Data". The plate that represents the reference plane can be selected in the drawing and the name can be changed in the dialog that follows.
- Modifying the reference plane
With use of the "Synchronize" function, the modifications are saved to the reference plane in the shape database.
Removing reference planes
Removing a reference plane consists of the following steps:
- Removing the virtual plate
Removing a virtual plate in a reference surface block is similar to removing a regular plate; with use of the "Remove 3D-Items" function.
- Removing the reference plane
With use of the "Synchronize" function, the reference plane is removed from the shape database.
Removing a virtual plate is similar to removing a regular plate in 3D-Contek. When the button "Synchronize" is pressed, the corresponding reference plane is removed from the shape database.
Note: It is not recommended to remove a reference plane while a plate in 3D-Contek has been defined in it. The plate's reference will be lost and it will fail to recalculate from that point on.