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Create/Modify Torsion Beam Spring

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Create and modify a torsion beam spring. See Torsion Beam Springs.
 
For the option:
Do the following:
Torsion Spring Name
If creating a torsion beam spring, enter a string to define its name.

If modifying a torsion spring, enter the database name of an existing torsion beam spring.
I Part
Enter the name of the I part on which the torsion spring will act.
J Part
Enter the name of the J part on which the torsion spring will act.
I Coordinate Reference
Enter a Coordinate Reference to locate the point on the I part at which the spring will act.
J Coordinate Reference
Enter a Coordinate Reference to locate the point on the J part at which the spring will act.
Finish Angle
Enter the finish angle, which is the bar windup required to achieve the desired ride height, should be determined by adjusting the full vehicle model.
Property File
Specify the property file that contains material properties, inner and outer radius, and active length for the torsion spring.

Tips on Entering File Names in Text Boxes.

Learn about Torsion Beam Springs Property Files.
Color
Select a color for the spring graphic.
Adjuster arm assembly properties
Mass
Enter the mass of the Adjuster arm assembly.
Ixx/Iyy/Izz
Enter the values that define the moments of inertia components of the Adjuster arm assembly. The inertia reference frame is parallel to BCS at the center of mass (CM) location.
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Select to modify:
■XML File Format property files in the Property File Editor.
While either tool is active, you cannot perform operations in the main window. After exiting either tool, you can resume working in the main window.
Select to view property file information. By default, your template-based product displays this information in the Information window, but you can choose to display the information in a text editor.

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