Learn how to use MachineBuilder’s Gusset Auto-Complete feature to efficiently place gussets and streamline your design process.
Feature Overview
This smart design feature automatically places internal gussets on fully closed rectangular extrusion loops and is always enabled within MachineBuilder.
Using the Gusset Auto-Complete Feature
Select the gusset you wish to use and move it to the internal joint intersection of the rectangular loop. The gusset will temporarily snap into place.
Hold Ctrl and left-click the checkmark on the screen to automatically place gussets at all four internal corners of the sub-assembly.
Additional Information
The feature only works on fully closed rectangular loops.
It is unsupported with these extrusion profiles: 247.5 x 247.5 mm, 180 x 22.5 mm, and 20 mm OD Round.
The feature supports all types of gussets.