Adding the Altair Bushing Model

You can add the Altair Bushing Model, also known as AutoBushFD, a frequency-dependent bushing, to your MotionView model using the Add Auto Entity command in MotionView.

Adding a Bushing for the First Time

To add a frequency-dependent bushing to your model, you must first load the MBD-Vehicle Dynamic Tools preference file:

1.	From HyperWorks, select File > Load > Preference File:

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The Preferences window appears:

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2.	From the list of Registered Preferences, select MBD-Vehicle Dynamic Tools, and then click Load. Loading this preference file registers a set of auto entities inside of MotionView, including AutoBushFD.

Adding a Bushing to Your Model

The following steps show you how to add AutoBushFD to your model:

1.	From the MotionView browser, right-click a model, system or assembly, and then select: Add Auto Entity.

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The Add Entity dialog appears:

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2.	From the Add Entity dialog, do the following:

•	For Type, open the dropdown menu, and then select the frequency-dependent bushing: AutoBushFD:

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•	Also for Type, select the number for the bushing as Single or Pair (symmetric).

•	Locate the Label field, and enter a label string for your bushing.

•	Locate the Variable field, and enter a variable name for your bushing.

•	Click OK or Apply to add the bushing to your project.

The bushing is added and appears in your MotionView browser:

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