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3.5 tUtorial 2: solid modeling Using 3d
Primitives

In this tutorial, top-down solid modeling of a pillow block will be
addressed. The pillow block diagram shown, build a half symmetry solid
model of this pillow block. When you are done, save the database.
Bracket 1.5 R, 0.75
Bushing
Counterbore 1.0R, 01875

Web, 0.15

1.7
Four 0.75D Base 6x3x1
holes, 0 75 offset

All dimensions in inches

Program Options
APDL, scalar parameters Boolean operations, GLUE Boolean operations,
subtract graphics, hidden-line options graphics, viewing angle primitives,
volumes working plane.
Step-by-Step ANSYS Solution

1. Enter ANSYS in the working directory specified by your instructor
using p-block as the job name.
2. Switch to isometric view:
Utility Menu > PlotCtrls > Pan, Zoom, Rotate … [ISO]
Or issue: /VIEW,1,1,1,1
3. Create the base of the pillow block:
Main Menu > Preprocessor > -Modeling- Create >
-Volumes- Block > By Dimensions ...X1 = 0, X2 = 3,
Y1 = 0, Y2 = 1, Z1 = 0, Z2 = 3, then [OK]
Or issue: /PREP7
BLOCK,0,3,0,1,0,3