Purpose
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The fixture carrier will be created from an external file containing its geometry.
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The geometry of the carrier will be imported from an external file to build the carrier resource. To be able to use the resource in an assembly, such as a workcell, it will be completed with the appropriate information. And furthermore, to easily place the corresponding workpiece in the fixture, a common location object will be defined.
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Steps
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Preparation
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1.1
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Switch to the Resource Builder workbench.
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1.2
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Create a new, empty document.
If another document is already open in the running session, this step has to be executed. If not, this step can be skipped.
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Click on the File command in the upper document toolbar. A drop down menu opens.
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Click on the New command.
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If a document is already open, a message appears to decide to save that document, close it without saving or to cancel the execution of the New command.
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Define the carrier resource
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2.1
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Import the geometry from the file B_Pillar_Fixture_Fix.stp, which is located on the installation drive of this manual.
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2.2
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Create a new fixture type resource.
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Build the carrier shape
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3.1
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Attach the carrier geometry to the resource document.
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Complete the fixture
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4.1
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Move the mechanical plug (child) adapter that is used as reference for positioning the fixture in the workcell.
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4.2
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Create a mechanical socket (parent) adapter as reference to easily place the clamps on the carrier. This step has to be executed for all 4 clamps individually.
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4.3
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To easily place the workpiece correctly in the fixture, a reference position has to be defined. A mechanical socket adapter will be created at this position.
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Save
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5.1
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Give an appropriate name to the fixture.
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5.2
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Save the completed fixture carrier resource.
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Be sure to save your data frequently.
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