3D spline to represent wire
3D spline to represent wire
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In Pro, I used to be able to create a curve between 2 points and then make it tangent to axes running through the points. I could then use this curve to make a 3D, swept feature to represent a wire or a pipe coming from a connector.
The 3D Sketch feature in SW looks like it could be used for the same purpose but I can't get the either end point to be tangent to an axis.
Can this be done?
SW 2005
Windows XP
SPO.0
PESOA
The 3D Sketch feature in SW looks like it could be used for the same purpose but I can't get the either end point to be tangent to an axis.
Can this be done?
SW 2005
Windows XP
SPO.0
PESOA






RE: 3D spline to represent wire
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RE: 3D spline to represent wire
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RE: 3D spline to represent wire
Try adding a couple construction lines constrained collinear with the axes, and endpoints coincident or merged with the spline. Then constrain spline tangent to the construction lines.
RE: 3D spline to represent wire
PESOA
RE: 3D spline to represent wire
PESOA
RE: 3D spline to represent wire
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RE: 3D spline to represent wire
Making the best use of this Forum. FAQ559-716
How to get answers to your SW questions. FAQ559-1091
Helpful SW websites every user should be aware of 
RE: 3D spline to represent wire
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Sr. Mechanical Engineer
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