Traditionally modeling was carried out using different tools, which led to an
inconsistent relation between the designer and the analyst. Dassault Systèmes
modeled the form & fit in a set of tools, and modeled function in another set of
tools. Using separate tools meant lengthy design cycles due to the overhead of
communication and data transfer between the designer and the analyst using a file
based PLM approach. By using a model-based approach the 3DEXPEREINCE
platform has combined the form & fit in 3D models with the function in CAE by
creating a seamless integration of the designer and analyst workspaces. This has
opened new avenues for collaboration and with it the necessity to control & handle
changes.

The 3DEXPERIENCE platform provides a handful of choices in terms of
mechanisms available to control and handle change. The right choice of the
mechanism is dependent on variables such as organization size, how the
designers (CAD team) and analysts (CAE team) communicate, size of the models,
familiarity and willingness from the designer to handle finite element
representations (FEM reps), and so on. This document discusses one such
mechanism. The methodology discussed in this document is better suited for
relatively smaller organizations that have strong communication between the
designer and analyst. It is geared towards the analyst in the sense that there is no
finite element overhead to be managed by the designer. The analyst owns all the
finite element related data and controls the flow of CAD changes from the designer.
Prerequisites and recommendations: This document is intended to complement the
existing formal training, documentation, and knowledgebase articles and not to
replace them in any form.

Use this document in conjunction with the relevant training materials such as:
• Structural Model Creation Essentials
• Model Assembly Design Essentials
• Structural Scenario Creation Essentials

Targeted audience: Customers using SIMULIA apps and Technical Support
Engineers.

In this Best Practice, you will learn about:

• Using Abstraction shapes to provide seamless integration between CAD and CAE.
• Editing and Synchronizing Links and Relations.

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