Sweep path

Module(s): 3D Modeling

Using Sweep Path, you create 3D solids or 3D surfaces from at least two profiles that are joined along at least one path.

Note: It is not necessary that the profiles have the same number of points or corners.

Note: It is not necessary that the paths have the same number of points or corners. However, they must have the same orientation.

Note: If paths intersect, there must be at least two paths that do not touch. Otherwise, Allplan cannot calculate the sweep path.

Tip: Allplan executes the Sweep Path tool without deleting either profiles or paths. It is a good idea to draw the basic elements in a separate drawing file. You can then open this drawing file in edit mode and create the surfaces or solids in the current drawing file.

To create a solid from profiles and paths

1. Click Sweep Path (How).
   

   Activate Sweep Path in one of the following ways

   • Menu bar: Create Bonus Tools 3D Modeling

   • Palette: Tools Create area in the following module(s):

   3D Modeling

2. Select the first profile.

   Note: The profile can be open or closed. It must be continuous and it must not intersect. If the profile consists of several elements you cannot select with one click, you can use the Brackets to select them.

   Note: You can even use edges of existing elements for the profile or path.

3. Select the second profile.

   

4. Select more profiles or press ESC.
5. Select the first path.

   Note: The path must be continuous. It must not intersect. If the path consists of several elements you cannot select with one click, you can use the Brackets to select them.

   

6. Select more profiles or press ESC.

   Allplan creates a preview of the solid and opens the input options.

   Note: If the profiles and paths selected result in an intersecting solid, Allplan will issue a message. Change the basic elements so that Allplan can calculate the solid or surface.

7. Define how you want to create the solid:
   • Use Rotation to keep the angle between profile and path.
   • Use Resize to resize or skew the profile along the path.

     Note: The Rotation and Resize options are only available if you have defined fewer than three paths.

     

8. After you have set all options, click Apply.

   Allplan creates the general 3D solids or surfaces without deleting either the profiles or the paths.

   Note: Solids and surfaces get the color set on the Format toolbar.