How do I create a pattern of normal square holes in a cylinder along a helix path?

klaus_graefensteiner

I would like to create a circular stair case and was wondering how I add the steps that go up and around the center post.

NeilCooke

Please take a look at the curve driven pattern feature here: onshape.com/featurescript

it has an example of a spiral staircase. 

klaus_graefensteiner

Thanks for the pointer. I'll have a look.

klaus_graefensteiner

I tried it out. Works like a charm. Thanks again.

EvanReese

I see you've already got an elegant solution going on with the curve pattern. That's probably what I'd use too, but your question made me think of another way to do it with only native features using variables. check it out.

bruce_williams

@evan_reese  This sounds interesting but Unable to link to your document; was it removed?

EvanReese

@bruce_williams

Not sure what the deal is. I may have updated the document name, which might mess with the link. Try this link.

It's more of a learner than something I'd apply in a real part, but hey, still interesting

NeilCooke

Curve pattern is now a built-in feature