When using the Pattern feature, which option is not available for pattern methods?

The option that is not available for pattern methods in Siemens NX is "Unlimited." In the context of pattern features, this term does not correspond to any standard or recognized patterning method offered within the software. Typically, the patterning options provided allow for more structured and defined approaches to duplicating features, which enhances modeling efficiency.

The other methods, such as Simple, Variational, and Single, each serve specific purposes:

• Simple patterns allow users to create straightforward repetitions of a feature in a linear or circular fashion.

• Variational patterns enable more complex arrangements where parameters or relationships between the instances can be modified, adding flexibility to the design process.

• Single patterns, meanwhile, refer to a method where only one instance of the feature is created.

These established methods facilitate effective modeling practice and support various design needs, making "Unlimited" an outlier lacking practical application in this context.