Curving a part on two axes

[nasreen.b]

Hello,

I would like to create a curved surface from a flat part. I have designed the 3d part on the XY plane and would like to have it curved as if placed on a sphere.

I have attached a picture of what I want to achieve. The part is curved in both the X-axis and Y-axis. Unfortunately I cannot attach the part file due to proprietary rights.

At first I used the Bend Part feature and created a bend on both sides on one axis.This was done by sketching a line in the center of the part, which is symmetric in the x-axis and using Bend->Sides. Then I sketched another line which is symmetric in the y-axis and this intersects with the first line used for bending. I have found that I cannot create a second bend using this new line.

Maybe I am going about it the wrong way. Please advise.

[JDMather]

Model in the finished form.

Is it really spherical or just close to spherical?

[charlesSLJVX]

Ever figure this out? I've got a similar issue

[kacper.suchomski]

Hi

In my opinion, this is a surface modeling task.
The surface of a sphere must be created; then a sketch of the contours of the product; then project this sketch onto the surface of the sphere with a 3D sketch. Finally, there is surface treatment - cutting, thickening, etc.

[JDMather]

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@charlesSLJVX wrote:

Ever figure this out? I've got a similar issue

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@charlesSLJVX 
Yes.  Model in finished form.

Attach your file here if you can’t figure it out.

[charlesSLJVX]

Sorry if this is obvious, but could you clarify what you mean by model in finished form?

[JDMather]

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@charlesSLJVX wrote:
Sorry if this is obvious, but could you clarify what you mean by model in finished form?

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What does the part look like when the manufacture is complete and ready to put into a box and ship to the customer.  That is the finished form. In the original image the finished form would be a simple Revolve (with follow-on features) - no need to Bend.

Attach your attempt here if you can’t figure it out.

If you really want to Bend - then there was a design contest that used this technique that ran a couple of years ago.  I can post link to solution video if desired, but first I would like to verify the true Design Intent.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nb-yEu0AqyQ

[johnsonshiue]

Hi! I think Bend Part command is what you are looking for (3D Model -> Modify -> expand the panel -> Bend Part). You need two separate but perpendicular bend lines (both penetrate the body). Then Bend twice.

Many thanks!