CDS Mentor Glossary

Work Instruction: A collection of step-by-step instructions that guide users through a particular task or procedure. In Mentor, Work Instruction can have multiple procedures for the same product.

Procedure: A specific set of instructions for completing a task or process. Procedures in Mentor are typically broken down into individual steps.

Step: A specific action or task that is part of a larger procedure. Steps in Mentor are typically accompanied by visual aids such as animations and annotations.

Animation: A sequence of images or frames that are played back in rapid succession to create the illusion of motion. In Mentor, animations are used to illustrate the steps in a procedure and can be created using 3D models and visual effects.

Material: The physical substance used to create a 3D model. In Mentor, materials can be assigned to individual components of a model to create a realistic appearance.

Texture: The surface appearance of a 3D model. In Mentor, textures can be applied to individual components of a model to create a variety of effects such as roughness, shininess, and transparency.

Annotation: A text or graphic element added to a 3D model to provide additional information or clarification. Annotations in Mentor can be added to specific components of a model.

CAD: Computer-Aided Design. A software tool used to create detailed 3D models of products or systems. In Mentor, CAD models can be imported and used to create work instructions and animations.

Model: A three-dimensional representation of an object or system. In Mentor, models can be imported from other software programs.