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Topographic map so to speek

Topographic map so to speek

Topographic map so to speek

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Is there a way to make a dimensional drawing that would resemble something like a topographic map from a surface object in solidworks?  I have created a part using lofted surface and have no way to make a drawing showing dims.

RE: Topographic map so to speek

You can create planes and use the Intersecting Curve (or surfaces or whatever it's called) tool to create profiles on those planes.

Or don't do all the dimensioning garbage and enjoy the power of 3D.  I create such surfaces in my parts all the time and wouldn't think of doing all that--the part file (or exported IGES or whatever) has all the curve detail necessary to make tooling or anything else you need.  No point in reverting to 2D for something only accurately described in 3D.

Jeff Mowry
www.industrialdesignhaus.com
Reason trumps all.  And awe transcends reason.

RE: Topographic map so to speek

Depending on the complexity, you could create a split line, then open a sketch (possibly 3D) and place sketch points along the spline. When you bring it into the drawing, just make sure the sketch is visible and you'll be able to dimension to them.
Not pretty, but it should work if the part isn't too complex.

Jeff Mirisola, CSWP
http://designsmarter.typepad.com/jeffs_blog

RE: Topographic map so to speek

I would use a projected curve or an intersection curve, not a split line.  Split lines produce new faces, which will affect drawings and assembly references.

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