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Introduction to Model Based Definition with Creo Parametric 7.0
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Understanding 3-D Annotations

You can detail a model by using 3-D annotations.

  • What are 3-D annotations? Notes, dimensions, GD&T, symbols, tables, and other geometric entities.

  • Typically found in a drawing

  • NOW shown on or around a 3-D model

  • Sheets and views: Become combination states in 3-D.

  • Organization is more defined.

  • Allows easier method to find specific information consistently.

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Figure 1 - 2-D Drawing

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Figure 2 - 3-D Annotations

Understanding 3-D Annotations

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Figure 1 - 2-D Drawing

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Figure 2 - 3-D Annotations You can detail a model without creating a 2-D drawing, using 3-D annotations.

In Creo Parametric, annotations are 2-D geometric entities used to annotate a model. Common annotation types include Dimensions, Notes, Geometric Tolerances, and Symbols.

2-D drawings typically contain one or more sheets, which contain model views and annotations.

3-D annotations can be created directly on the models themselves, and are saved with the model file. Annotations can be static or move with the model as it is rotated. Various annotations can be organized into combined states using the view manager, enabling information to be located easily and consistently between models.