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?
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
Hi Mark,
Thanks for replying! I have attached the solidworks file in my original post.
Looking forward to your insight!
Thanks again!
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?
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!
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.
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!
Hi Miranda Payne. Welcome to the forum.
Please mark either Kevin or your answer as "Correct" for people that may find this thread, later.
Hi Matt! Thanks for pointing out! Done and done!
..keep at it Miranda,.. you're almost there,.. make the start and end normal..and add a bit more smoothness/tweak.
Thanks for the encouragement Paul! It is an art!
Lofts and sweeps are sometimes art for sure!
..yeah,.. it can be.. and part of the fun in using this and other 3D programs.
..some friday fun attached..
Paul,
You amaze me. I have no idea how you do what you do. But, I enjoy seeing the results!
Now you're just showing off
Great job!!
Yeah, I played with rendering and such a bit and was very confused by it. He's definitely a master at it.
Glad you guys like,.. rendering keeps me sane!
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.
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.