Defining Component Specifications

Defining Component Specifications on the receiving element makes the placement of components easier. An Component Specification is an Axis System with some additional properties and behavior. Using a pattern containing points makes the definition of Component Specifications quick.

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  1. Activate the 3D shape representation.
  2. From the Component Use section of the action bar, select Define Component Specifications .
  3. Open the Type browser and select User Component as the expected type.
  4. From the Specifications list, select Curvilinear Pattern and select the circle.
  5. In the Group1 dialog box.
    1. Select Count from the list.
    2. Set Count to 4.
    3. Validate the Curvilinear Pattern.
  6. Validate.
    The Component Specifications are identified by an axis system and the type of the expected component.