Parallel
The Parallel constraint is assigned to pairs of linear elements. A pair of parallel-constrained elements will be adjusted to be parallel at solve time. If other constraints on the part prevent the pair from being made parallel, the solve fails. The positions, lengths, and absolute slopes of parallel elements are not affected by this constraint and may or may not change during the solve, but the slopes of the lines will be the same.
To assign Parallel constraints:
1. In the Generate Constraints dialog box, click the Assign radio button. Then pull down the Type selection list and select Parallel.
2. Click Apply.
3. Click each of the linear elements to be constrained.
4. Click End or assign the next constraint.
Each linear element in a parallel pair is labeled with the parallel icon (see
Constraint Icons) and a reference number that is unique to the pair.