Import a Simple Part

This example imports a simple part from a CAD file in a supported format. (See the topic 'Supported CAD Applications and Formats' in aPriori Cloud System Requirements for details).

Tip

You can import a simple part from our Learning Resources - see Use Sample Parts.

For full import instructions, see Import CAD Files into aP Design.

Import a Part

1. From the Explore tab, click New Scenario:

   

2. The Import CAD File dialog opens.

   

3. Select the CAD file to import and click Open:

   

4. In the Import CAD File dialog, click Submit to import the file:

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   After the file is imported, aP Design displays a dialog that indicates that the file was imported successfully.

   

5. Click Close to close this dialog.

View Imported Part

After you import a new part, aP Design creates a new component and an initial scenario for the component, showing this information in the Recent filter:

Info

aP Design translates the geometry in your CAD file to Geometric Cost Drivers (GCDs), which represent the CAD model geometry specific to the type of manufacturing you will select.

See Import CAD Files into aP Design for more information.

Next steps

You have created a new scenario by importing a CAD part file to aP Design.

To learn how to open this scenario, see Open a Simple Part.