With SolidWorks Motion added in, you can modify the mass properties for each layout sketch block used in a Motion Analysis motion study.
To modify the mass properties for a layout sketch block:
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Open the layout sketch for an assembly and click Layout (Layout Tools toolbar).
- Select a layout sketch block entity.
The Block PropertyManager appears with an estimated value for the block mass under Mass Properties.
- Modify the Mass as necessary.
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Click Move Center of Mass to display or move the estimated center of mass .
You can click Reset Center of Mass to replace the mass in the center of the block.
- Click Moments of Inertia to modify the mass moments and products of inertia.
The Moments of Inertia dialog box appears. Modify moments and click OK.
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Click .
Sketch block mass properties are used only for two-dimensional motion of layout sketches. Three-dimensional parts made from blocks use the assembly
Mass Properties.
- Click to close the layout sketch.