The orientation marker indicated what position and orientation a plate has within the model. This is very useful for sorting and assembling the parts on the production floor.
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There are 2 types of orientation markers (per jul 2022): OP Drop (new) & Arrow (classic).
OP drop
The type of indicator can be set in the setting pages under tab Marking & Annotations.
The OP drop is based on orthogonal views on the 'Onepush drop' shape.
Arrow type
The classic arrow type indicated the direction and orientation by angled half arrows annotated with letters to indicate the
arrow direction:
UPwards
towards CenterLine
towards ForWard
additionally the location on either side of the ship is indicated
Starboard
Portside