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11.Modify the Bottom Case
We modify the bottom case with a boolean operation.
A part of the case is deleted by a Boolean Subtract operation.
Procedure
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On the [Model] tab, go to  and click [Subtract (Boolean)] .
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Highlight the bottom case which is the target body and click to select.
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In the [Subtract (Boolean)] dialog box, click and activate the list box for [Subtracting Bodies] .
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Let's select subtracting bodies. While pressing the <Ctrl> key, select the hinge's left outer cylinder. Also, while pressing the <Ctrl> key, select the hinge's right outer cylinder.
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Ctrl+click |

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Highlight the hinge's left outer cylinder |
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Hinge's left outer cylinder selected |
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Ctrl+click |

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Highlight the hinge's right outer cylinder |
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Hinge's right outer cylinder selected |
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Click in the [Subtract (Boolean)] dialog box to exit.
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Deselect [Keep Target Bodies] and [Keep Subtracting Bodies]. The Subtract (Boolean) dialog box is explained here.
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The bottom case has been modified. |

* Only the bottom case is shown here. |