By default, aPriori determines the forging mult volume based on the dimensions of the finished part, in part using an “offset” value that is automatically computed. Users can override this offset value if desired.

This process setup option has three radio-button settings:

By default, “Let aPriori Decide” is selected, and aPriori determines the default stock orientation by evaluating the finished part’s length and width. Parts with high length-to-width ratios (that is, relatively long thin parts) will have a flat orientation by default (with the stock length/axis perpendicular to the part draw dimension). Parts with low ratios (that is, relatively short, wider parts) will have an upright orientation by default (with the stock length/axis parallel with the part draw dimension). aPriori displays the the chosen orientation in square brackets [] following this radio button option. By default, the threshold value for the length-to-width ratio is 3, but this can be configured by your System Administrator. aPriori will display the chosen orientation immediately following that radio button.

You also can explicitly choose the orientation using either the Flat or Upright radio buttons. If you wish to have aPriori resume determining the stock orientation for the part, then re-select the “Let aPriori Decide” radio button.