Welcome to the Onshape forum! Ask questions and join in the discussions about everything Onshape.
First time visiting? Here are some places to start:- Looking for a certain topic? Check out the categories filter or use Search (upper right).
- Need support? Ask a question to our Community Support category.
- Please submit support tickets for bugs but you can request improvements in the Product Feedback category.
- Be respectful, on topic and if you see a problem, Flag it.
If you would like to contact our Community Manager personally, feel free to send a private message or an email.
Loft or Sweep Triangle Shape around Cylinder
lee_balsdon
Member Posts: 4 ✭
Hi all, I am looking for a bit of advice on how I can loft from one triangle on the base of a cylinder to a smaller one on the top whilst flowing around a curve on the outer face of the cylinder. I have tried to create some paths around the cylinder but I am unable to get the lofted triangle to 'hug' the cylinder and maintain the shape. It's hard to put into words but I would be grateful of any advice. Here is the document:
Best Answer
-
jelte_steur814
Member Posts: 259 PRO
you're close!
using guides and path with the current curves is the way to go.
there's too little interference between the cylinder and the triangle to allow the triangle to unite at first. but with a little offset face, it works.
is this the end result you're looking for?
2
Answers
you're close!
using guides and path with the current curves is the way to go.
there's too little interference between the cylinder and the triangle to allow the triangle to unite at first. but with a little offset face, it works.
is this the end result you're looking for?
https://cad.onshape.com/documents/8e4a4f6f25269a9d8cc4d17a/w/e8bd4b78b0392648f61fa87a/e/cf4f73c7a7d959eee310cae6?renderMode=0&uiState=6788e9771360dd118bc4f25f
Oh wow! Thank you so much for this, it's exactly what i was looking for. What a star 🌟