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Calling the command:
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3D Model > Operations > Loft Surfaces > Advanced > Loft |
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Operation > Loft |
This operation creates solid bodies of complicated shapes. Almost any model elements based on one of three types of geometry can be used as the base for the Loft operation: point, wire, surface. Depending on the type of geometry of the original elements, the result can be obtained both as a solid body and as a set of surfaces. The spline resulting surfaces are generated based on a specified set of sections and guides, taking into account the selected boundary conditions and match points. Among the operation settings, there is an optimization module that allows you to create simple analytical surfaces where possible.
Loft operation defining steps
The parameters window and the automenu are used for handling the command and defining necessary components. These work simultaneously and enhance each other. The state of the automenu depends on the operation defining stage and on the purpose and type of the objects being selected. The object selection modes can be manipulated via either the automenu or the parameters window.
The surface of the operation is computed based on the element skeleton and specified boundary conditions. The skeleton elements are sections and guides.
To create the operation, follow the following steps:
1. Define sections.
2. Define guides (optional).
3. Define match points (optional).
4. Define boundary conditions (optional).
5. Confirm operation creation.
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