This example shows how to create a radial grid offset from the model monument.
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Select Structural Tab > Coordinate System Command
to display the Coordinate System Controls.
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Select a parent system for the coordinate system. In this example, we will use the CS system.
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Type a name for the coordinate system. In this example, we'll use Radial Grid for the name.
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For the Type, select Grids and Cylindrical.
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Select the arrow at the end of the Global Origin field and type the offset from the global origin. In this example, we will use 300 ft for Origin X and 450 ft for Origin Y.
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Select Create Grids
to open the Grids Dialog.
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Select:
Reference CS
Radial Grid
Start Plane
0 ft 0.00 in
Copies
3
Spacing
45 ft 0.00 in
Name Rule
Position
Type
Bottom of Jacket
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Select Add.
The grid populates with the four elevation planes.
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Change the Type of the elevation planes needed.
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Select Apply, and then select the Radial Cylinder tab.
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Select:
Start Cylinder
30 ft 0.00 in
Copies
2
Spacing
30 ft 0.00 in
Name Rule
Imperial Position
Type
Undefined
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Select Add.
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Select Apply, and then select the Radial Plane tab.
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Select:
Start Plane
0.00 deg
Copies
3
Spacing
45 ft 0.00 in
Name Rule
Index
Type
Undefined
Remember, radial planes cut across the entire cylinder. The End Plane must be less than 180 deg.
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Select Add.
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Select Apply and Close.
