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2d. Define the minimum member size.

  1. In the Minimum Member Size box, type the minimum thickness of the trusses.This value should not be smaller than twice the length of the average element edge.

  2. Click OK.

How do I
  1. Select the manufacturing constraint type.

2a. Define the planar symmetry.

2b. Define the cyclic symmetry.

2c. Define the maximum member size.

2e. Define the casting die direction.

2f. Define the extrusion direction.

2g. Define the checker boarding control.

2h. Define the additive manufacturing overhang angle.

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