Dynamic Dimensioning in Modeling

NX has just reciently added new features to allow for dynamic measuring in modeling. There is a quick check way to throw a message when the restraints are violated. But we would like to have a visual dynamic measurement while we are modifying the data. There is sketch, but i’m more interested in interference checks, alignments, max range.

A secret to creating measurements in the modeling application is to start Drafting, then turn the drafting display off (View -> display sheet). The menu entry is a push button so uncheck it or more accurately push it off. Now you are in the modeling side with all the drafting tools. Add a centerline, dimension, angular dimenstions, etc.

This technique is not to be used to dimension the part, it is for engineering. Checking an angle, distance, etc. Now move the solids or components around and watch the dimensions dance.

Pretty nice trick that has been around for a long time. I used this trick in V11. Very few people reference this “hack” but it is great. So share it or don’t and act like a superstar when infront of a design review board.