Convert a series of connected lines to a smooth spline

bert_drake

When drawing a sketch, is there any way to convert a series of lines to a smooth spline, or polyline, like in autocad? 

mthiesmeyer

Hi Bert,

You can use the `Composite Curve` tool to convert multiple curves into one curve when you are using it with other features. You can see the help page here.

Best,

Mike

billy2

bert-

Here's 3 lines in a sketch:


As Michael says, composite curve:


I wrote this fit spline with feature script that builds a smooth curve through input geometry & fit parameter:



Theres also a fit spline in the curves menu drop down, which is driven by vertices & magnitudes:


So what's the difference in my fit spline & OS's fit spline?

Different approaches:


I follow curvature and they follow vertices.

I follow the input curves based on a tolerance:





Anyway, yes OS can compose curves in many different ways.

david_veloz

If it’s a closed spline contour try exporting the sketch as a DWG (haven’t tried DXF, but may also work) making sure to check off the “Export splined as polylines” option. Create a new part and import the file you just exported.