Exploding a Shuttle

This task shows how to explode a shuttle. You might wish to do this because you need to print the exploded view to define a bill of material, for instance.

This procedure only works in V5 workbenches that deal with products, not processes.

Open the EXPLODE_SHUTTLE.CATProduct document.

Select Explode .

Select the shuttle you need to explode in the specification tree or in the geometry area.


	You can also use the drag and drop capability (drag the`Explode` icon and drop it onto Shuttle.1 in the specification tree).
The `Explode` dialog box is displayed.

Set the Depth parameter to First level (if not already set).

The Depth parameter lets you choose between a totally (All levels) or partially (First level) exploded view.

Set Type to 2D.

The exploded view is set to the screen plane.
You can generate a sequence from the exploded view if you select the `Generate Sequence` checkbox before launching the explode operation.
	For more detailed information refer to Generating a Sequence from an Exploded View.

Select the Apply button to perform the operation.


The `Scroll Explode` field gradually displays the progression of the operation. The application assigns directions and distance. Once complete, the resulting exploded view looks like this:

	This operation enables users to view all components separately within the same plane.

Select the Apply button to perform the operation.

If you select the OK button, the following warning message is displayed because the exploded view is kept when exiting the command. In this case, if you need to restore the initial view, select the Reset

To print the exploded view, select the File > Printcommand.

The Print dialog box appears.
Once you select the desired settings, select the Preview button and then the OK button.