2.6.1. Interface Operation

This section introduces the Interface feature using the example of a solid body which might be replaced by another body in the parent subsystem. The interfacing between the bodies can be achieved in several steps as follows.

Figure 2.35: Operation steps for the Interface feature

StepOperation
1st step

Select the Interface option in the property dialog of the solid body in the child subsystem.

Operation steps for the Interface feature

2nd step

1. Open the interface property dialog by clicking the Interface feature from the ribbon menu.

2. Define the interface Name in the property dialog (see below).

Operation steps for the Interface feature
3rd step

1. Assemble the subsystem into the parent subsystem by clicking the Subsystem feature.

2. Open the property dialog of the child subsystem by clicking the child subsystem in the Subsystem Navigator.

4th step

Select the interface entity in the parent subsystem by using the General Picker as shown in the figure below.

Operation steps for the Interface feature