Importing a CAD model

You can import existing CAD model files to begin the part design process. Before you import a model, it is best that you first create a new project or open an existing project. When you import a CAD model, you are prompted to select the following settings:

• units (when an STL model is selected)

Note: Autodesk Simulation Moldflow Design Link is the preferred method for importing geometry data.

1. Open an existing project or create a new project.
2. Click Home tab > Import panel > Import, or right-click in the Project View pane and select Import.

   The Import Wizard - Model selection dialog appears.

3. Enter your model name in the Import text box, or click Browse to locate your file.
4. Select the correct file extension for your CAD model from the Files of type drop-down list.
5. Navigate to the folder where your CAD model is located and select it.
6. Click Open, then click Next.
7. Select the appropriate units from the Import Wizard-Units dialog, then click Next.
8. If necessary, select options from the Advanced options dialog.
9. Click Next to check for defects in the imported model. Then, once the processing phase is over, click Next.
10. Read the advice from the Analysis type dialog, and then select an Analysis type for your model.
    Note: You can view the processing log by selecting the Show Log checkbox.
11. Click Finish.

The model appears inside the Project View pane.