Importing the Design

Use Import Composites Design to import design information from a spreadsheet.

  1. Select the format of the file to import from the list.
    1. Optional: Click View Template to visualize the format.
  2. Click ... and select the file to import.

    Note: Import Composites Design does not support cylindrical parts.

    1. Optional: Click Open File to open the file.
  3. Specify the required inputs.
  4. Click Import.
  5. Select one line in the dialog box.
    • A reframe is done in the work area.
    • Information and error flags, if any, give the distance to the reference plane or the name of the element and more details when you place the cursor on them.
    • When relevant, causes of the error such as missing material, orientation, update error, ... are listed in the dialog box.