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About this Block

What it does: Creates an angle field from an Implicit Body and a vector input to help you determine if your model needs support structures. Common uses:
  • Visualizing overhang angles and determining the need for support structures for additive manufacturing.
  • Combine with the Overhang Constraint block in topology optimization.
Tips
  • Use the Field Viewer (f) and Probe Values to see what the angles are.

Example File

Download Example: Angle Field Example Screenshot Generates a field that indicates angle with respect to a direction.

Inputs

NameTypeDescription
BodyImplicit BodyImplicit body to detect the angle with respect to the direction.
DirectionVectorVector that corresponds to the direction.

Outputs