Import of Coordinate System Entities from STEP Files - *12​.1​.SP3*

Description

A STEP file may include coordinate system entities that specify locations and orientations in three-dimensional space. Coordinate systems are normally used to define connection points, placement of assemblies, or to define any other positions and orientations that the exporting system has decided to include in the STEP file.

These coordinate systems entities are now imported and stored in the database together with the imported geometry. Stored locations and orientations can be used directly or indirectly via P-points.

Benefits

These coordinate systems will make it much easier to position imported parts or to relate other design items to them.

Compatibility Constraints

Coordinate system entities are not stored in the database until an optional upgrade is done. After this upgrade, the database is no longer compatible with 12.1.SP2 or earlier versions.

For More Information

See User Guide Interfaces / Mechanical Equipment Interface

Affected Programs

AVEVA Marine Mechanical Equipment Interface