Build the fixture carrier
Purpose
The fixture carrier will be created from an external file containing its geometry.
The geometry of the carrier is imported from an external file to build the carrier resource. The resource is then completed with the information needed for assembly use and for precise workpiece placement.
Steps
1. Preparation
1.1 Switch to the Resource Builder workbench
Switch to RB workbench
1.2 Create a new empty document
If another document is already open, create a new empty document before continuing.
Create a new document
2. Define the carrier resource
2.1 Import the fixture carrier geometry
Import B_Pillar_Fixture_Fix.stp from the training data.
Import geometry
2.2 Create a new fixture resource
Create a fixture resource
3. Build the carrier shape
3.1 Attach the carrier geometry to the resource
Attach geometry
4. Complete the fixture
4.1 Reposition the workcell reference adapter
Move the mechanical plug (child) adapter used as reference for placing the fixture in the workcell.
Reposition an adapter
4.2 Create clamp socket adapters
Create a mechanical socket (parent) adapter for each clamp so the clamps can be placed easily on the carrier.
Create a clamp socket adapter
4.3 Create the workpiece reference adapter
Create a mechanical socket adapter at the reference position used to place the workpiece correctly in the fixture.
Create the workpiece reference adapter
5. Save
5.1 Name the fixture resource
Name the fixture resource
5.2 Save the completed fixture carrier resource
Save the resource