Laser Projection File Support
Now, you can generate laser projection data files from the composite laminate list to support laser projection hardware and procedures. These files can be created for individual plies, multiple plies, or all plies and cores, using either the LAP or Virtek file format.

You can create both projection calibration files and projection data files. Optionally, you can include seed point and draping direction information. Additionally, you can perform a draping simulation based on uncured material thickness to create a laser projection file.

Creo Parametric 11.0.0.0

User Interface Location: In the Composite Design environment, click Utilities >  Laser Projection.

To specify where the laser projection files are stored, you can either:

  • Go to File > Options in the Creo Parametric Options dialog box, click Applications > Composite, and set the values under Laser Projection.
  • Set the composite_laser_projection_dir configuration option.

Benefits
This enhancement supports laser-guided manufacturing processes, improving the overall quality of composite products.

Additional Information

  • Limitations: No known limitations.
  • Does this replace existing functionality? No.
  • Configuration options:
    New configuration option:
    • composite_laser_projection_dir <empty>*

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