Define the bar2 orientation vectors from selected lines.
When the selector type is "free lines," 3D visualization for elements is turned OFF.
The selection of lines will result in 1D elements found matching the line by
proximity. 1D elements selection is resolved only on proceed, so there is no
highlighting of elements from the selected lines.
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From the Marine menu, click .
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Set the selector type to lines.
- Optional:
Set options as necessary by clicking
on the guide bar.
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Select lines.
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In the microdialog, set Orient by
metadata to extract orientation from metadata. If metadata is
not found, Orient normal to shells is used.
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In the microdialog, set Orient normal to
shells to orient the stiffener Y axis along the shells
normal.
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In the microdialog, select Use direction
tool to orient to invoke the vector tool and define the unique
orientation vector.