topic Re: when in simulation mode screen goes black on left and is really slow in Fusion Support Forum

when in simulation mode screen goes black on left and is really slow

stephen.brindle — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 08:51:40 GMT

when in simulation mode screen goes black on left and is really slow

does come back after a whole just very frustrating

this does happen in off line mode as well

the computer is to a very hi speck

really don't no about computers

I am paying for a license any advise would be good

thanks Steve

Re: when in simulation mode screen goes black on left and is really slow

seth.madore — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 08:54:45 GMT

Are you referring to CAM Simulation?

This is not uncommon when toolpaths are complex and you have "In Process Stock" still being calculated. If that's not what you're experiencing, could you share some screenshots of what you're seeing? Or, even better: please share the file that is giving you this issue.

File > Export > Save to local folder, return to thread and attach the .f3d file in your reply

Re: when in simulation mode screen goes black on left and is really slow

stephen.brindle — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 09:19:19 GMT

Hi yes it is when it is trying to do tool paths but it takes minutes not seconds it would be good if someone could take over my computer and just check it’s all running right

Re: when in simulation mode screen goes black on left and is really slow

seth.madore — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 09:23:23 GMT

We don't have that ability on the forum, but if you would share your file, we'd be able to replicate what you're seeing (provided the issue is with the Fusion file itself). If you can't share the file publicly, you could email me a link to the file. Right click on the file in the Data Panel and select "Share Link". Email me the link: seth dot madore at autodesk dot com

Re: when in simulation mode screen goes black on left and is really slow

stephen.brindle — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 09:29:05 GMT

hi yes love to send a link but its a prototype and the customer wouldn't be happy is there anything else I could try

Re: when in simulation mode screen goes black on left and is really slow

seth.madore — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 09:39:18 GMT

I understand, but we do have policies in place that safeguard our customers data privacy. I guess after that, some information as to:

What sort of toolpaths? 2D and simple 3D?
How many?

Are these model drive or sketch?

Are you working with a native Fusion file, or is this an imported sketch and/or mesh?

Simple 3 axis work, or complex 5 axis?

Re: when in simulation mode screen goes black on left and is really slow

stephen.brindle — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 10:31:33 GMT

hi yes its iges files 3+2 axis so 3d

i have sent you a link did you get it

Re: when in simulation mode screen goes black on left and is really slow

seth.madore — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 10:34:17 GMT

Hmm, I did not. Try sending it another method:
Right click on the file in the Data Panel

Return to forum and hover over my avatar

Click "Send Private Message"

Re: when in simulation mode screen goes black on left and is really slow

stephen.brindle — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 10:46:30 GMT

did they come through my fault

Re: when in simulation mode screen goes black on left and is really slow

seth.madore — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 11:07:08 GMT

You sent me an A360 link as a Private Message? No, I did not receive it..

Re: when in simulation mode screen goes black on left and is really slow

seth.madore — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 11:51:01 GMT

Okay, I've received your file, and here are my observations;

You want to wait until all of these are solid green checkmarks:

That said, even when all solid green and I go into Simulation, there is a lag, which took me about 35 seconds. This is because Simulation needs to load in all the toolpaths and start calculating for collisions. Once the black bar goes away, Simulation is relatively smooth

Now, if you're going back and forth between toolpath options and you'd like to make things a bit quicker, you can turn off In Process Stock calculation with this toggle in the Utilities tab:

Re: when in simulation mode screen goes black on left and is really slow

stephen.brindle — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 12:00:19 GMT

Hi ok yes that’s about how long it takes on mine so that seems ok
Did you see the bit about the post processor what I need to Fiter out

Re: when in simulation mode screen goes black on left and is really slow

seth.madore — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 12:06:08 GMT

You mention "3 axis measuring machine", I assume you mean a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM)? If so, I regret to inform you that we do not yet support CMM's (and any idea of doing so is a LONG ways off)

Re: when in simulation mode screen goes black on left and is really slow

stephen.brindle — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 12:31:19 GMT

Hi ok I will have to try that myself that great then thanks again steve
Have a nice day