Sweep profile along path issues
Sweep profile along path issues
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Hi,
I'm trying to sweep a closed profile along an open path. I've tried drawing the profile in one sketch & then the path in another. This didn't work for me. I also tried drawing both the profile and path together in a 3d sketch. This did not work either. The command I have been using is "Swept boss base". I have attached the file I'm working with. If there is anyone who thinks they can help, I would greatly appreciate your efforts. This is something we are going to build. (hopefully) :)
Thank you for your time,
-Dan
Solid works 2009
I'm trying to sweep a closed profile along an open path. I've tried drawing the profile in one sketch & then the path in another. This didn't work for me. I also tried drawing both the profile and path together in a 3d sketch. This did not work either. The command I have been using is "Swept boss base". I have attached the file I'm working with. If there is anyone who thinks they can help, I would greatly appreciate your efforts. This is something we are going to build. (hopefully) :)
Thank you for your time,
-Dan
Solid works 2009






RE: Sweep profile along path issues
RE: Sweep profile along path issues
RE: Sweep profile along path issues
Also, is it fairly simple to get a pattern of the long flat edge thats at a approximate 45 degree angle within that radius portion of the crown? We are making this out of sheet metal. We can bend the straight sections on a brake press, but the radius portion will require cutting out & then welding all of the crown members together one piece at a time. When you look at the crown from the front, you'll see what I mean... there is only that wide angled piece within the radius that is difficult to make a pattern for without this program.
Thank you again for your help.
I'm gobbling up any bit of knowledge you are willing to share. This is really useful stuff!
RE: Sweep profile along path issues
RE: Sweep profile along path issues
Can you help me understand?
Thank you for your assistance. It is valued and appreciated.
-Dan
RE: Sweep profile along path issues
Ctrl select the end point and the Right Plane, and set a coincident relation between the two. If you use the Measure tool you will see they are 0.00239962in apart.
With that done, the Sweep will work.
RE: Sweep profile along path issues
RE: Sweep profile along path issues
Now to figure out how to get a pattern for that piece of crown I mentioned towards the top.
Thanks again for your help.
-Dan