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Support CenterKnowledge BaseWorking plane reference in LCS
Working plane reference in LCS
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Working plane reference in LCS

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The working plane manufacturing operation can be defined in reference to the local coordinates system of members and plates in the model. This will lead to a smoother workflow when modeling your connection.

In the past, defining the position and rotation of the working plane could be a little bit difficult. From now on, the origin of Working plane operation may be selected at the Member or Plate local coordinate system. 

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That is especially useful for, e.g., cuts of gusset plates according to members and all general cuts in the plane of model item.

Working plane reference in LCS

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