unfold a model

• Jan 5, 2007

• #1

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Navarone

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I was wondering if it's possible to unfold a model in SW 2004? A cube would be a good example or a pyramid? Is there any functionality for this?

 

• Jan 28, 2007

• #2

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cro.fabrication

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Just to move this post up on the list, I , too , am interested in this possibility. I am a metal shaper, and this would be great for pattern making.







Edited by: cro.fabrication

 

• Jan 28, 2007

• #3

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sargpep

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I am not sure about the 2004 version, but it can be dne in the sheet metal program in SolidWorks2006

 

• Jan 28, 2007

• #4

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cro.fabrication

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that will be great for designing sculptures, and for my side sign work. Thanks!

 

• Jan 28, 2007

• #5

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sargpep

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It is a great option, it saves you doing the math for how much material that you need after creating all your bends.

 

• Jan 31, 2007

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petemac

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using SW2006 to unfold sheet metal parts.

The part has to be modelled with corners "broken" etc.
so that unfolding can be achieved in single straight bends.
Insert / sheetmetal / bends.
pick a face and ok.
Then to unfold the model, unsuppress the "flat-pattern" feature that was just created.
hope this helps.
cheers