Dummies
Related API functionsA dummy object is the simplest object available: it is a point with orientation, and it can be seen as a reference frame. Used alone, they are not that useful, however when used in conjunction with other objects or calculation modules, they can be of crucial importance; dummies are multipurpose or helper objects. Following figure shows a dummy: [Dummy] Dummies are measurable and detectable objects. This means that dummies: By default, the measurable and detectable property of a dummy is turned off (see object common properties dialog). Dummies can be added to the scene with [Menu bar --> Add --> Dummy], or created from a shape object in the vertex edit mode. Recommended topics |