Obtaining volumetric properties
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Command |
Path |
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Volumetric Properties |
Model |
The volumetric properties of a 3D object can be obtained with the Volumetric Properties command.
To obtain the volumetric properties of a 3D object:
Select the 3D object.
Select the command.
The Volumetric Properties dialog box opens, displaying the surface area, volume, and center of mass of the object.
Click to show/hide the parameters.Click to show/hide the parameters.
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Parameter |
Description |
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Place locus at center of mass |
Places a 3D locus at the center of mass of the object |
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Place properties on drawing |
Places the volumetric properties as text on the drawing at a specified location |
Set the parameters. If Place locus at center of mass is selected, the 3D locus is placed automatically on the object. If Place properties on drawing is selected, click in the drawing file to specify the location of the text.