To answer my own question, I finally got the pattern to work. The face normal selection (alignment property of the curve driven pattern) was just the original surface extrusion of the elliptical shape of the helix. Once that was selected the pattern aligned correctly.
I hope this helps anyone...
On to the next dilemma, I got stuck trying to create the barbs for this wire. I used the curve driven pattern function to populate the extrusion around the helix. I want the pattern to align with the curve, rather than with the original. I can't seem to be able to find face normal to select...
Don't worry Theophilus, I don't need an elliptical spring either. I'm actually trying to create a concertina wire (barbed wire used by military). I saw the thread posted previously on the subject matter and it's very helpful, not to mention clever. My appreciation for all the valuable advice!
I've always used a single monitor and found it to be adequate for virtually everything I do. I've gotten used to switching between apps and maximizing viewing sizes. It's only when I'm comparing drawings or trying to model something from a picture that I feel there is a need for dual screens...
That's true because it'll require a few more hand motions to get the cursor to the other screen each time. Too bad it seems like you can't move a new window created in SW into the other screen. I tried, but it was bounded by the main SW window.
Thanks!
I thought I had to change some settings, but I should've thought to just try moving the toolbars individually. I need to spend some time setting everything up, but this is a good start.
I'm new to having a dual screen workstation and wanted to know how to set SW up to take advantage of both screens. I'd like to place the toolbars and Design Manager windows on one screen and have the workspace on the other screen. I saw there were a few discussions on this already, but I can't...
