Creo now offers the option to use Rotational Symmetry as an additional geometric constraint within generative study design criteria. You can apply Symmetry constraints to your design, including planar symmetry, rotational symmetry, or a combination of both. To set up rotational symmetry, you must define the axis of symmetry and specify the number of instances in the rotational pattern.

During generative design optimizations, ensuring that the optimized geometry remains symmetrically structured around an axis is often critical. This feature helps achieve that balance and can be applied alongside plane-based symmetry.

Creo Parametric 10.0.0.0

User Interface Location:

1.In the Generative Design application, click Add Design Criteria. The Design Criteria dialog box opens.

2.Click Add Constraints > Symmetry > Rotational Symmetry.

Benefits:

Previously, Creo only allowed symmetry constraints across a plane. This new enhancement expands your control over the geometrical output in generative optimization, allowing you to create designs that are radially balanced and symmetrically distributed around an axis.

Additional Information:

  • Limitations: When converting to B-Rep (boundary representation), the exact rotational symmetry may not be preserved.
  • Does this replace existing functionality? No.
  • Configuration Option: No specific configuration option is tied to this functionality.

This feature adds flexibility and precision, enabling more complex design outcomes in your generative studies.

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