3-D to 2-D conversion
3-D to 2-D conversion
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I always draw in 3-D but need to convert my 3-D file into a 2-D file. The face or main feature in my design needs to be in 2-D so I can import in into CimCad for a g-code conversion. Anyone know how do to this? Seems like it should be very possible. Steps?
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RE: 3-D to 2-D conversion
use command "solprof" to create a 2d view, or I can e-mail a lisp program to draw over you existing lines and remove the Z value.
RE: 3-D to 2-D conversion
RE: 3-D to 2-D conversion
Thanks. I would love to have the lisp programs. Email me at: dev_ginther@hotmail.com
RE: 3-D to 2-D conversion
I have converted Unigraphics models to Acad14 models.
Now have to change to 2d for detailing dimensioning, etc.
Would appreciate lisp programs.
Thanks.
Al Kirby
askkkf@avci.net
RE: 3-D to 2-D conversion
RE: 3-D to 2-D conversion
Cheers
RE: 3-D to 2-D conversion
Where can I get the Express Tools for ACAD 2000? The Express Tools that I have does not have the function that you mention.
Feel free to email me at dmartin@carrollconsultants.com
Or if you know the URL of a site that I can download it at.
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RE: 3-D to 2-D conversion
Cheers
RE: 3-D to 2-D conversion
RE: 3-D to 2-D conversion
in acad 2000 after you have the plotupdate you have an option to plot to dxb you could then look or use 3d rotate to turn your view or use the preset views in the view>3dviews> pulldown and have options for tope bottom left right front back then do a plot to dxb then turn around and goto the insert pulldown and import the dxb just as you would a block also plotting to a dxb can be helpful to convert to a different format like say if you need to give someone a printable version of your drawing but dont actually want them to have the full drawing print to a dxb instert it into a new drawing and save as a .dwg or .dxf depending on what you are trying to convert to say for microstation/other cad products
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One of the previous engineers here made a mess of the dragings in the z coordinate, I would love to have a copy of your "flatten" Thanks, Ed
Ed.Schneidewent@exelonunderground.com
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I use ArchT and AutoCad 2000 on Win 2000 it has a routine to draw all four elevation and in an older and more reliable version (but not compatable) it analysed the lines and took the elements that were basically the same line and created one line in 2d but the latest version segments that line ie a wall with a window shows a break in the wall over the window where the header is. and therefore 2 segments for a top of wall line.
Anyone else use ArchT?
Byron
RE: 3-D to 2-D conversion
Have since found two ways to convert to 2D (both are listed above actually but here's my take on it )
The first using the solprof command.
Good for isometric views but does not work in perspective views.
The second using save as DXB file commeand works for both isomeric and perspective views, but i notice that the files saved in DXB tend to have small 'balls' of lines , maybe this could be beacause of errors in the 3d buildings
want to try the lisp method
Please send me a copy of any "flatten" lisp routines you have. Send to daniel@akiworld.com
Regards
RE: 3-D to 2-D conversion
Hope this will help you!
Regards!
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Hope my "greek and latin" is understandable.
Happy Easter to all of You
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RE: 3-D to 2-D conversion
Explode the 3D drawing, ,detach X-refs, copy and paste to a new drawing file and then use Flatten.lsp is the only way around it-so I believe? any comments suggestions will help.
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Also since XREFs are the issue ...
I would try to plot to a DWF or WMF or DXB or DXF ...
Hope one of those help.
Rich
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Here is a link to donwload Extra Express Tools for Autocad 2000 and 2000i
With bench of command i use everyday since..like layer walk, flatten...
At the very bottom of the page
http://www.ideoma.nl/cn23intro.htm
Regards and enjoy,
Your non warrior french 'serviteur'
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I will be highly appreciated if you drop me your lisp program at:
setak@parsian.net
Best Regards,
RE: 3-D to 2-D conversion
I will be highly appreciated if you drop me your lisp programs at:
setak@parsian.net
Best Regards,
RE: 3-D to 2-D conversion
I am keenly interested in your flatenning Lisp routings.
Please kindly send them to me at egbetoks@yahoo.co.uk
Keep making the world a better place.
Thanks
Toksbig
RE: 3-D to 2-D conversion
You might want to try their emails directly since there replies are more than 2 years old.
Flores
RE: 3-D to 2-D conversion
Any questions- re-post here. More serious inquiries? Go ahead and contact me at cfee01@yahoo.com. I'll "talk" you thru the steps and issues you'll encounter.
Any of the Flatten LISP routines will do a good job of returning the Z-Axis points of simple lines to Z=0, but be careful to orient the view you want, to "parallel" to UCS-World. You'll also have to explode the solid twice: 1ce- to surfaces 2ce- (window) all surfaces to lines. Then run your flatten lisp routine.
If you're looking for a good front-end for NC-programming, there are a couple on the net that aren't expensive, but you'll probably outgrow them pretty quickly. That's ok. Just follow that up with a call to your CAD dealer for his (her?) advice. They'll have some good PROFESSIONAL solutions for you to consider. They're not cheap, but some are very affordable, and will meet your needs.
Good Luck!
RE: 3-D to 2-D conversion
I will be highly appreciated if you drop me your lisp programs to convert 3D drawings to 2D drawings at:
doctec@terra.com.br
Best Regards,