Batch
MSTEP is a newly added function. The user can batch import multiple model files
and the program will automatically tip the model file and use MSTEP to quickly
obtain an accurate blank size estimation and product formability analysis. Simultaneously,
the program will automatically use the post processor to enable the user to
view the formability analysis result. The result will be output in IGS format. The
Batch MSTEP interface is illustrated in Figure 6.7.1.
Figure 6.7.1 Batch MSTEP dialog box
PARAMETER
This
function allows the user to set basic parameters for Batch MSTEP, which
includes Mesh Parameter, Material and Thickness. It also allows the user to
select the post processing result output from the report and blank mesh.
Mesh Parameter: Set the Element Size. The default
size is the default value used for blank mesh parameter in the entire system.
Material: Define the blank material
property and thickness.
Result: Allow the user to output the
unfolded blank mesh. For post processor, multiple results can be viewed. This
option also allows the user to toggle on different options to output in the
report.
FILE LIST: This function allows the user to
import model, manage list, view report and submit calculation, etc.
Import
Enable
the user to import single or multiple model files.
Reset
Enable
the user to reset the status of model.
Delete
Enable
the user to delete a line of model in the list.
Up
Enable
the user to adjust the sequence of model files. Move up.
Down
Enable
the user to adjust the sequence of model files. Move down.
Status
Show the status information of
model in the list. After the initial import of model, it shows Queue. Once the
calculation submission is completed, it shows Finished. If there is a
calculation error, it shows Failed.
Report
After completion of the calculation,
click the view icon in the Report column to allow the user to view
the forming analysis result in post processing. The report is output in html
format.
Submit
Enables the user to submit the
model file after setup for Batch MSTEP.
Pause
The user can click this button to
stop calculating. After clicking this button, Pause will turn to Continue
automatically, which, upon selection, allows the user to continue calculation.