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Can't use 3D sketch as path in Sweep feature

Miranda Payne Jan 31, 2018 4:56 PM

I created the intersected curves and then connected the top ends to each other, I also connected the bottom ends to the circle extrudes. They all have equal curvature relationships. I created a small circle on one end which the center point is coincident to the center of one of the circle extrudes. When I try to use the Sweep feature, it wouldn't allow me to use the 3D sketch. Could someone please point out where I didn't do it correctly? Is it the because of the connection ends?

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Re: Can't use 3D sketch as path in Sweep feature

Mark Biasotti Jan 31, 2018 4:27 PM (in response to Miranda Payne)

Hi Miranda,

Difficult to understand what the problem is from just the pics that you posted and your description. If you can post your model, perhaps we could help.

Mark
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  Miranda Payne Feb 1, 2018 12:16 PM (in response to Mark Biasotti)
  
  Hi Mark,
  
  Thanks for replying! I have attached the solidworks file in my original post.
  
  Looking forward to your insight!
  
  Thanks again!
  
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Re: Can't use 3D sketch as path in Sweep feature

Glenn Schroeder Jan 31, 2018 4:28 PM (in response to Miranda Payne)

Hello Miranda,

As Mark Biasotti said, the model would be a big help. If you don't know how to post it please see How can I attach a file to a forum post?
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  Miranda Payne Feb 1, 2018 12:17 PM (in response to Glenn Schroeder)
  
  Hi Glenn,
  
  Thanks for replying! I have attached the solidworks file in my original post.
  Also, thanks for linking how to attach a file to a forum post!
  
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Re: Can't use 3D sketch as path in Sweep feature

Kevin Pymm Feb 1, 2018 8:01 AM (in response to Miranda Payne)

Miranda,

You can't do this in one sweep as the turns are too sharp & would create self intersecting geometry. You can do it in sections using your sketches with the selection manager as below but you will get flat ends.
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  Miranda Payne Feb 1, 2018 1:19 PM (in response to Kevin Pymm)
  
  Hi Kevin,
  
  Thank you so much for replying!
  
  I changed the size of the bulb a little bit, made it wider at the base, and raised the "twist plane" so the corners were not too sharp. I took your suggestions to use the selection manager, viola！ I made a twist! Even though it is not as pretty as the solidprofessor's, but at least it is showing up! LOL
  
  Thanks again for helping out!
  
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    Matt Peneguy Feb 1, 2018 1:27 PM (in response to Miranda Payne)
    
    Hi Miranda Payne. Welcome to the forum.
    Please mark either Kevin or your answer as "Correct" for people that may find this thread, later.
    
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      Miranda Payne Feb 2, 2018 11:08 AM (in response to Matt Peneguy)
      
      Hi Matt! Thanks for pointing out! Done and done!
      
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    Paul Salvador Feb 1, 2018 2:34 PM (in response to Miranda Payne)
    
    ..keep at it Miranda,.. you're almost there,.. make the start and end normal..and add a bit more smoothness/tweak.
    
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      Miranda Payne Feb 2, 2018 11:09 AM (in response to Paul Salvador)
      
      Thanks for the encouragement Paul! It is an art!
      
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        Timothy Taby Feb 2, 2018 1:01 PM (in response to Miranda Payne)
        
        Lofts and sweeps are sometimes art for sure!
        
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        Paul Salvador Feb 2, 2018 5:01 PM (in response to Miranda Payne)
        
        ..yeah,.. it can be.. and part of the fun in using this and other 3D programs.
        ..some friday fun attached..
        
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        Matt Peneguy Feb 2, 2018 5:21 PM (in response to Paul Salvador)
        
        Paul,
        You amaze me. I have no idea how you do what you do. But, I enjoy seeing the results!
        
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        Kevin Pymm Feb 2, 2018 5:21 PM (in response to Paul Salvador)
        
        Now you're just showing off
        Great job!!
        
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        Matt Peneguy Feb 2, 2018 5:23 PM (in response to Kevin Pymm)
        
        Yeah, I played with rendering and such a bit and was very confused by it. He's definitely a master at it.
        
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        Paul Salvador Feb 2, 2018 5:33 PM (in response to Matt Peneguy)
        
        Glad you guys like,.. rendering keeps me sane!
        
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        Francisco Martínez Feb 2, 2018 5:42 PM (in response to Paul Salvador)
        
        Im sitting here rendering at it is relaxing, while one is rendering in visualize I apply textures to the next model in SW.
        
        I just do generic stuff for work but Im working on a brushless motor at home and I am going to try to do some fancy stuff on that.
        
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