Offset Surface Manipulation Tool for Simulation Models
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current finite element methods and systems lack efficient tools for generating and manipulating offset surfaces in simulation models, limiting user interaction and precision in adjusting positions relative to selected geometric faces.
Innovation Solution
A method and system that allow users to select a first and second object or geometric face in a simulation model, generating an offset object or surface based on their positions, and providing a manipulation tool with markers to adjust the offset surface's position relative to the original faces, enabling precise changes through user input.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If no manipulation tool is provided for offset surfaces, then the system remains simple, but user interaction capability and positioning precision are limited
Solution Approach 1:
A manipulation tool is introduced as an intermediary between the user and the offset surface. This tool includes markers that can be positioned on or near the offset surface, allowing users to indirectly control the surface position through the markers rather than directly manipulating the surface itself. The marker serves as a mediator that simplifies user interaction while enabling precise positioning control.
Solution Approach 2:
The manipulation tool creates a virtual copy or representation of the offset surface through markers. These markers replicate the position and orientation information of the offset surface, allowing users to manipulate the markers to achieve the desired surface positioning. This copying approach enables intuitive interaction without requiring direct mathematical control of the surface geometry.
2Productivity
If automatic offset surface generation is used, then productivity is improved, but user control and precision adjustment capability are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements dynamic control where the offset surface is initially generated automatically for efficiency, but then becomes dynamically adjustable through the manipulation tool. The markers in the manipulation tool allow users to dynamically reposition the offset surface after automatic generation, combining the speed of automated creation with the flexibility of manual adjustment.
Solution Approach 2:
The offset surface is preliminarily generated automatically before user interaction is needed. This preliminary action provides a starting position that can be quickly established, and then the manipulation tool allows users to make fine adjustments if needed. This approach separates the粗加工 (rough processing) phase from the精加工 (finishing) phase, improving overall efficiency while maintaining control capability.
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AI summary
Embodiments are directed to a method for receiving a user selection of a first object of a simulated model and selecting a second object of the simulated model based on the received selection of the first object. The method includes generating an offset object similar to the first object, wherein the position of the offset object is based on the position of the first object and second object. The method includes generating a manipulation tool configured to allow a user to change the position of the offset object relative to the first object and second object. The method further includes generating a manipulation tool. The manipulation tool allows a user to change the position of the offset object relative to the first and second objects. The manipulation tool includes a first marker and a second marker associated with the first and second objects, one or more third markers that may or may not be associated with the offset object.