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Combining Geometry

 
Creating One Part from the Intersection of Two Solids
Creating One Part from the Union of Two Solids
Cutting a Solid
Splitting a Solid
Once you have created individual parts of Solid geometry, you can combine them into one part to create complex, solid geometry, referred to as constructive, solid geometry or CSG. Adams View creates the solid geometry using Boolean operations, such as union and intersection.

Creating One Part from the Intersection of Two Solids

To create a part from the intersection of two overlapping solids:

2. Select the solid geometry to be combined. As you move the cursor, Adams View highlights those objects that can be combined. The second part you select is combined into the first part.

Creating One Part from the Union of Two Solids

To create a part from the union of two solids:

1. From the Geometric Modeling palette, select the Unite Tool .
2. Select the solid geometry to be combined. As you move the cursor, Adams View highlights those objects that can be combined. The second part you select is combined into the first part.

Cutting a Solid

To create a part from the difference of two solids:

1. From the Geometric Modeling palette, select the Cut Tool .
2. Select the solid geometry to be cut. As you move the cursor, Adams View highlights those objects that can be cut. The second part you select is cut from the first part.

Splitting a Solid

To split a complex solid:

2. Select the solid geometry to be split. Adams View highlights those objects in your model that can be split.