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Calculating part weight from STEP files uses geometry and math in browser tools

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STEP files define parts using exact surface geometry, not triangles. Browser-based tools convert these surfaces into triangular meshes to calculate volume. The volume is then multiplied by a material density to estimate weight. Potential inaccuracies can arise from non-watertight models, incorrect units, or overlapping parts in assemblies.

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