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Create flat pattern of revolved feature (NX 7.5)

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makubex

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Hello all,

I'm trying to create a flat pattern of the part in the attached image. I initially tried creating the part as a simple revolve, converting to sheet metal, and applying the flat pattern command which didn't work. I then tried creating the part as a swept feature, thinking that perhaps the flat pattern command didn't like something about the revolve; this also failed.

I've poked around a bit on the forums and found some things pertaining to flattening cones using lofted bends, however since my application curves slightly along the length of the bend a liner loft doesn't seem to be the right choice for this case.

Does anyone have any ideas about how to re-model this part such that it converts successfully to a flat pattern?
 
This is something that will need something like the 'Metaform' tool provided for in the Advanced Sheet Metal and/or the Aerospace Sheet Metal modules.

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Thanks for the response, John! Guess I'll have to try sketching this one by hand then.
 
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