Prepare XPDMXML geometry for STEP XML
The XPDMXML-to-STEP XML route uses the XPDMXML reader, mesh preparation and the STEP XML writer. Choose the geometry and representation required by the destination application. STEP XML can carry mesh data as well as BRep; this route does not imply recovery of analytic CAD surfaces from a mesh.
Read the XPDMXML product data through its interface and resolve the geometry required by the selected model items. Keep referenced model resources available; product structure without its geometric content cannot supply an export mesh.
Choose the STEP XML representation and extension
Prepare meshes for the resolved shapes, keeping part occurrences and their placements consistent. Use suitable source meshes directly or tessellate BRep surfaces at the required detail.
Write STPX, STPA, STPZ or STPZX with the STEP XML component. It supports BRep and mesh data, assemblies, names, colors and STEP attributes. Transfer only the source information available through the complete route; the target can carry mesh without turning it into analytic geometry.
Validate the converted model
Check geometry completeness and reference resolution before judging the output. Product identifiers, revisions and other management data need an explicit destination mapping or a separate retained record.
Reopen the selected STEP XML variant with the intended consumer. Check geometry representation, placements, names and colors, and explicitly verify any required attributes. Use the agreed extension and application version for repeatable interchange.
For repeated jobs, retain the source, preparation settings and representative output checks. Discuss this conversion with the input files, destination application and required geometry and attributes.