Req: 3D solids <==> 2D patterns

Discussion in 'AutoCAD' started by dave, Feb 2, 2004.

  1. dave

    dave Guest

    Hi

    I'm designing some sculptures based on intersecting cones at different
    angles using AutoCAD 2002 "solids" tools. I'd like to fabricate my
    models from sheet steel. Is there an AutoCAD routine which will
    "unwrap" a selected 3D surface into a 2D pattern, so that I can then
    cut this pattern out of steel and bend it to recreate the 3D model.

    Also, reversing the above process, is there a routine which will allow
    you to take a 2D surface in AutoCAD and allow you to apply it and
    "wrap it around" a solid of defined dimensions ?

    If there's an existing AutoCAD command, downloadable LISP routine or a
    3rd party software package that will do this, , I would be most
    interested to know.

    Many thanks in anticipation

    Dave.
     
    dave, Feb 2, 2004
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  2. dave

    jochen Guest

    jochen, Feb 3, 2004
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  3. dave

    dave Guest

    Many thanks Mike !

    I'll check out Rhino's web site.

    Regards

    Dave
     
    dave, Feb 5, 2004
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  4. dave

    dave Guest

    Thanks Jochen
    Looks interesting !!
    Best wishes
    Dave
     
    dave, Feb 5, 2004
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