Visualizing the K Vector and 3D Points

You can use K Vector visualization to visualize the K vector and the associated 3D point.

Before you begin: Specify the visualization of the 3D graphic symbol in Me > Preferences > App Preferences > Multi Discipline Engineering > Fastening > Display.
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Customization of the Fst_Standard File
  1. From the Fastener section of the action bar, click K Vector visualization .

    The selected fasteners are highlighted in the work area.

    Tips:
    • To select all the fasteners in session, click Select All Fasteners in Session .
    • To remove a fastener from the list, click Remove Fastener .

  2. Select the fastener instances whose visualization mode you want to change.
  3. Optional: To optimize the selection:

    • Select multiple fasteners by clicking Selection Wizard . The capability applies to legacy fasteners and fasteners created starting from 2022x.
    • Select all the fasteners in your app session by clicking Select,All Fasteners in Session. The capability applies to legacy fasteners and fasteners created in this release.
    • Select the bundle to restrict the selection of fasteners to those included in the bundle.
    • Remove fasteners from the selection by clicking Remove Fastener .
      Tips:
      • For an adjacent selection, press SHIFT.
      • For random selection, press CTRL.

  4. Select the options you need.
  5. Optional: Click Preview.
  6. To make this visualization permanent, click OK.