Problem in controlling the functions of a symmetrical part. (DriveWorksXpress)

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Hello TLM, 

I made a conveyor in which I realize the symmetry of a spar with respect to the right plane of the conveyor. I create the symmetrical version of the component.

Thanks to DriveWorks, I can control the linear repeats of the holes of my basic stringer, but I can't access the linear patterns or the length dimension of my symmetrical stringer.

My problem is that it is impossible for me to control the dimensions of the symmetrical version of the spar thanks to DriveWorks. When I open the part of the symmetrical version, I don't have access to any functions, but I will need to have access to the linear repeats as well as the extrusion dimension.

If you had any answers to my problems, I would be delighted.

Sincerely,

V.Brnt

 

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Hello

When SOLIDWORKS creates a symmetrical version, it is possible to choose an option to break the link with the original part.

If this option is not selected, I assume that the link is still created, and therefore SOLIDWORKS does not make the functions or dimensions available to be driven.

Can you try this option to see if it affects behavior?

Kind regards

Thomas

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