Helical Driven Pattern

Jan 20, 2006 3 Replies
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I've been attempting to create a roller with holes in a helical pattern running along the length, think of a floor vacuum brush.


I've been using the curve driven pattern without any success. I know I can cut or extrude along a helical path, but I need to place holes along that helical path. A circular pattern which increments along length of the part for each hole feature would work.


I suppose I could figure this out manually and then pattern multiple patterns, but I was hoping for a simpler solution.


Thanks for any suggestions or tips.


Keith


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2006 has a 3D curve driven pattern. I've used it and it works for things like this. Here's a sample part:

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matt

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Thank you very much! I knew it could be done. Thanks again!

Keith

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BTW, that was a great example. It has me thinking about how to use that concept to create other odd stuff. I'm a structural (steel/shape) guy, curving stuff is cool but rare.

Keith

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