User interface

• The item properties window
  A recap of all the options and settings available under the "Item properties" window, to define a vessel or heat exchanger
• The components design window (component properties)
  Most of the design work in NextGen happens within the component designer. In this article we see how it is organized.
• NextGen 3D modeler
  A major part of NextGen's user interface is its 3D modeler. In this article, we look at its functionality, purpose, and limitations.
• Nozzles and other secondary components positioning
  NextGen 2024.1 introduces a new coordinate system for positioning nozzles and other secondary components, such as attachments, eyebolts, ladders or trunnions. Options are also available to facilitate linear positioning and definition of the nozzle height.
• How to set different pressures on adjacent components
  Components belonging to the same calculation can be defined with different pressures and temperatures, following the instructions given in this document
• How to manage geometric relationships between components
  NextGen takes care of keeping the geometry of the designed components consistent. In some contexts, it is necessary to disable this behavior and separate the dimensions between the various components.
• How to backup customized elements
  NextGen allows the creation of various custom elements, such as materials, bolts and gaskets. In this article we illustrate how to save and restore it.
• How to set item service according to UG-16
  Set the type of service according to UG-16 so as to verify the minimum thicknesses in relation to that service

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