Which feature is beneficial for managing parts that have interdependencies?

Parent/Child Relationships serve as a crucial feature for managing parts with interdependencies in design software like NX. In this context, a parent part can dictate a sub-part’s parameters, behaviors, or any particular modifications. This relationship ensures that any changes made to the parent part are reflected in the child parts, thus maintaining consistency across the design. This is especially advantageous in complex assemblies where multiple components are linked together, as it simplifies updates and reduces the risk of errors.

Other options, while useful in their own right, address different aspects of design management. Part Configurations allow variations of a single part to be created but do not inherently manage interdependencies between different parts. Feature History tracks the development and changes to the part, providing insight into design evolution but lacking direct management of interrelationships. Assembly Constraints manage the geometric relationships between parts in an assembly, which is crucial for assembly integrity but does not specifically handle the parameter management that is central to interdependent parts.