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Feature repetition along a curved path

karl.zammit.18 — Mon, 17 Apr 2023 16:21:17 GMT

Hi All,

I am trying to repeat a patterned feature along the red line shown in the image; however, for some reason, the rectangular pattern command does not follow the prescribed direction - as is shown. I have tried the operation with both the rectangular pattern and the sketch-driven pattern - hence the various point shown; however, the sketch-driven pattern command is incapable of also orienting the feature with the direction (to my knowledge).

Any hints on how to proceed? I've also uploaded the file itself should you wish to have a deeper look.

TIA

Re: Feature repetition along a curved path

CCarreiras — Mon, 17 Apr 2023 16:46:40 GMT

Hi!

Use a pattern along a line.

Re: Feature repetition along a curved path

SBix26 — Mon, 17 Apr 2023 18:41:50 GMT

The only thing you're missing is to show the pattern where you want it to start. I think the default is the beginning of the sketch element that you selected to indicate the path, in your case the green dot in the lower center of your image. Just click on the Direction 1 Start button and choose the point where your sweep feature is located.

Sam B

Inventor Pro 2024 | Windows 10 Home 22H2

Re: Feature repetition along a curved path

karl.zammit.18 — Mon, 17 Apr 2023 22:43:25 GMT

Thanks a lot. That did the trick!