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Re: ANYTHING I add to a 4 item sketch causes undefined! A tad frustrating...
please note that defining everything is best practice, but an undefined sketch is not an error. just a warning that things may move around if you open it again and drag stuff or move unexpectedly if underlying referenced geometry changes.
Re: Bill of Materials and FeatureScript
I'm not aware of any way to "trick" Onshape into believing separate bodies (i.e. parts) are the same from a BOM perspective… The closest you can get is using the "cut list" feature that will recognize identical bodies and count them but there is no way to link that back to a BOM (not yet anyway…).
Depending on how complex your pattern is you might be able to create some reference geometry in your FS (instead of the part itself), then use a replicate in the assembly so instantiate a single part.
Bill of Materials and FeatureScript
I'm using FeatureScript to create a pattern of a part. However, when assembled, these patterned parts aren't being recognized as identical in the BOM. This isn't necessarily a problem if I could configure the quantity property, but that isn't the case. I am aware I could add a custom part property and enter the quantity there, but I would like to keep things organized, and not having to separate columns for quantity would help.
Is there any way to fix this issue?
Re: ZigZag loft (for lack or a better word/term)
Something like this?
I used the "connections" option in the loft tool
If you need more control, you could start with a block and cut one groove using a sweep (maybe along a helix or something) and then circular pattern the groove.
Re: ZigZag loft (for lack or a better word/term)
I interpreted it to mean something like this… but with all surfaces zig zagged. If you twist this too far it becomes problematic with self interecting body. This example was only twisted 45°
MDesign
Re: CAM for sheet goods/routers, what do you want?
My guess is CAM Studio is more like Fusion in that it's great for metal machining and fixtured parts. Fabber is much more geared towards flat/nested parts. Think plywood, plasma cutters, water jets, etc.
menu on android
pretty new to ONSHAPE and trying to get used to the Android app concept.
Is there a way to change the top toolbar in the android app for tablets?
The bar is empty except for the two buttons, and it's annoying to go in there every time just to measure.
maybe its possible to add a tool to favorites so it will always appear?
In addition, does anyone know if it is possible to set an action for the button on the S-PEN, or its too much to ask for?
Feature request: Filled toolbar on Android
Would be super useful to have and the toolbar is empty now anyways. Ideally the toolbar would be customizable, but I would already be happy if line, circle, rectangle and dimension are permanently there😂
CAM for sheet goods/routers, what do you want?
As you all know right now to nest/machine an Ohshape model like cabinets, sheet goods, sheet metal, etc you have to get your model out of Onshape and use a 3rd party CAM tool. If you could imagine your ideal CAM utility for Onshape what would it look like? What are some must haves, if you use another CAM tool for this sort of thing now what do you like about it, and what do you dislike about it.
Below are 3 examples of different CAD>CAM tools nesting and toolpathing complex models for sheet goods. I have my own opinions and thoughts on these, but I'm interested in hearing yours!
SketchUp/Fabber
https://youtu.be/ug3TvrJtVLQFusion 360
https://youtu.be/UH3RhTTp30kMastercam:
https://youtu.be/ne-ZAe9GGsk@bryan_lagrange @MichaelPascoe I know you've weighed in on other discussion threads but I'd be interested in hearing you chime in here if you can spare the time.