Using the Copy Object command to create a matching contoured part to another part

In this recipe, you will use Copy Object to copy the existing faces on a part file as a surface and then use Thicken/Offset to create a contoured part. We will then make changes to the original part using Direct Edit and the changes will be reflected in the overall assembly automatically

Getting ready

Open Copy_Object.iam from the Chapter 4 folder.

How to do it…

We will begin looking at the existing model and then creating an in-place component within the assembly. So:

1. With Copy_Object.iam open, select the Assemble tab and then click Create from the ribbon. Here, we will start the creation of an in-place component within the context of the assembly.
2. Rename the new component Casing.
3. Browse the Template drop-down list and select Metric\Standard (mm).ipt.
4. Leave the file location and BOM structure as their defaults. Then, select OK:

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