Alibre Design

Chapter 6 - Reference Geometry2. Select an existing edge or axis.3. Select a reference plane or planar face that passes through the edge or axisselected in step 1. A preview of the new axis is displayed.4. Enter an offset distance.5. If necessary select Reverse to create the axis in the opposite direction.6. Click OK to create the axis.6.3 PointsIn part and assembly workspaces, the origin is the only 3D point displayed by default.Additional 3D points can be inserted as necessary.‣ To insert a new point:1. Select the Insert Point tool from the Inspection toolbar; or from the Insertmenu, select Point; or right-click in the work area and select Insert Point fromthe pop-up menu. The Insert Point dialog box appears.2. Select the appropriate point type below and follow the steps accordingly.6.3.1 Point at Specified CoordinatesYou can create a point using direct coordinate entry.‣ To create a point using direct coordinate entry:1. Enter the 3D coordinates of the new point. The coordinates are based on theabsolute coordinate system with the origin located at (0,0,0).2. Click OK to create the point.6.3.2 Point at Plane and Axis/EdgeYou can create a point at the intersection of plane or planar face and an axis or edge.147