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Re: Geometry doesn't update with change in composite surface

Probably has to do with crazy amount of points mesh files can have.. just a guess.

MDesign

Re: A question about B-Spline to Interpolated-Spline

What is the use case you are intending here?

You could approximate a given bspline at degree 3 (which is what interpolated curves are) then extract the position of the knots. This should get you pretty close to the locations of the "edit points" (as some systems call them) of an interpolated curve

Quick example in FeatureScript to approximate at deg=3 then get the knots:

 const e = evApproximateBSplineCurve(context, {
                "edge" : definition.edge,
                "forceCubic" : true,
                "forceNonRational" : true
            });
   


 for (var i = 0; i < size(e.knots); i += 1)
    {

        const knotPos = evEdgeTangentLine(context, {
                    "edge" : definition.edge,
                    "parameter" : e.knots[i]
                });

        debug(context, knotPos.origin, DebugColor.MAGENTA);

    }

GregBrown

Re: Image (New Custom Feature!)

@bernard_lucas Try using a combination of Image and Multi Mate Connector by @Konst_Sh.
Multi mate lets you adjust the mate connector with multiple transforms around its XYZ.

If you place the image on that, then accept. You can go back and edit the multi mate to rotate it however you like. Pressing the final button while editing the multi mate will let you see where your image will end up after the rotation.

MichaelPascoe

Re: how do I make a flat on a cylindrical tank?

You could split the part using the "flat cutout plane" you just created. Keep (or not) both sides as you require

Or many other ways….

GregBrown

Variables in iPad version?

I’ve searched the forum and here, there’s videos showing vars in the iPad version, but I can’t see them in the sketch tools dialogue. Can anyone tell me how to do them please?

kaylene_howe

Re: The Perfect Mouse for CAD

I’ve gone down this rabbit hole before and I think I’ve found the perfect mouse model so far from a Japanese brand (since 6 months ago): Elecom EX-G Ergonomic Mouse. These are the reasons I still use it today:

The angle is a mix of fully vertical and regular horizontal mouse (more like 45 deg) so it’s less twisting for the wrist like a vertical mouse but has better control and accuracy like a regular horizontal mouse
The shape is sculpted to fit a human hand - less simple and smooth shapes like a Logitech and more complex curves that follow fingers and palm location
Comes in 4 different sizes - no other mouse I know of has the same model/shape in that many sizes. Massive advantage to get the right fit and comfort for any hand size
Other nice to haves: multiple versions and colors available like a Bluetooth/dongle/wired version for the same model, all buttons are fairly quiet and easy to press, back/forward buttons. It doesn’t have a free scrolling wheel and the software you need to install isn’t super polished but the pros outweigh the cons IMO

I have one wired version at home, one at the office and a Bluetooth one to keep in my bag and haven’t missed my older Logitech mice one bit. Notable mention also, they’re pretty inexpensive and there’s a left handed version too.

eno_z883

Re: How to set camera rotation step and perspective?

Hold Shift while clicking the arrows in the viewcube (or using the arrow keys) for 90 degree increments. (Or hold CTRL while clicking for 5 degree increments)

GregBrown

Re: Adding a rubber seal to a box

Looks like your issue is with a mid-point constraint being used after an operation has renamed the original line. I would suggest using a sketch, and profile, to sweep subtract that profile all in one operation. This might require some different planes and sketches, but still might be easier in the long run.

Good luck

rick_randall

Re: Trying to assemble an adjustable lamp

Change that revolute mate to a cylindrical mate, and everything will work.

wayne_sauder