Enhanced sweep path

We enhanced the Sweep Path tool in various places.

Path can be defined

You can now define a path for Sweep Path. Earlier versions calculated the path automatically by connecting the points where the profiles start. Therefore, this tool was ideally suited for modeling bridge segments but less suited for twisted solids with many curves.

Now you can define the path. This makes the Sweep Path tool more versatile. A path is particularly useful if you use complex curves as sweep paths or twisted profiles. The path also affects the shape of the undefined edges of the resulting solid.

The solid can also be modeled without a sweep path: Skip the entry of the sweep path by pressing ESC and select the path. Unlike the sweep path, the path does not need to touch the profiles. Normally, the path is the axis of the element. You can change the path as long as Allplan displays a preview of the solid. Press ESC to create the solid.

(A) Profiles only; no sweep path
(B) Path as the axis

Distribute proportionally

The input options include the new Distribute proportionally option. You can see the input options while Allplan is displaying a preview of the solid.

This option is useful for similar profiles with varying proportions. When the Distribute proportionally option is selected, Allplan distributes the points proportionally to the edges, inserting new points on the profiles or edges where this is necessary.