You can use different methods to split larger plate and profile systems into smaller subsystems for detailed design and manufacturing. However, when using a knuckle instead of a split, follow these best practices.
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Do not use seams to split knuckles.
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Do not create seams too close to a knuckle curve or point. Seam creation fails if the knuckle is closer than 5mm.
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Do not delete a knuckled reference curve.
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When a knuckle reference curve transitions to a tangent, check that it also connects to another seam.
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When you have a plate bend, such as a flanged plate that is concave (thickness direction is toward the center of the radius), ensure that the radius is equal to or smaller than the plate thickness.