How to Create a 3D Simcenter Report Template
How to Create a Simcenter 3D Report Template
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While creating a Simcenter 3D report template, the process includes opening an existing template, simplifying it, and adding keywords to develop images of all the groups within the part. Keep in mind that the keywords in a template define the content, layout, and style of a published report.
Before we begin breaking down the process of creating a 3D Simcenter Report Template, let’s look at an example. The RW_ReportTitle keyword requests that a user should enter a title for the report. The user does this through the simulation navigator when they select to create the report.
When the user publishes the Simcenter report, the title will appear in the style and layout shown within the template.
The key word corresponds to commands in the libraries of the Report Command Manager, as you can see for the “RW_Report Title.” These commands define the actions, the arguments, and the text that appears in the Simulation Navigator.
How to Create a Template
- To start creating a 3D Simcenter report template, click on Menu, then Tools, and click on the Report Command Manager to see the commands available.
- The Libraries defined in the Report Command Manager will then appear.
The Default library contains the commands that Siemens provides, which you cannot change. That being said, you can export and import them into another library, such as the User library. This will allow you to edit them and create your own.
This example uses the commands in the Default Library as they are.
The commands in the library appear with their arguments and the path to any associated NX Open programs. The NX Open programs perform operations, such as capturing images.
- Hover over the command of choice, and a description will appear.
- To see what each command does, click on the icon below to generate a manual of descriptions and arguments.
The first section of the command manual lists the commands and their arguments.
The second section provides descriptions of every command within the library. Now that all the commands are available, you can create a template in Microsoft Word.
- As a start, use a copy of a default template, with basic and formal layout that the published report inherits. If desired, you may change the format, including replacing the Siemens logo, however this example only simplifies the template and adds a keyword.
This template contains many keywords. The keywords are incorporated into text and tables.
- At the end, an appendix allows users to enter optional text and images to enhance the report. The optional items are called User Items. Users can add optional items through the Simulation Navigator.
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With over 20 years of mechanical engineering experience in the automotive industry with various rules as instructor, mentor and also providing IT support, I consistently strive to work effectively with others and continually exceeded expectations.
