Max perpendicular length between two lines

[davidwinn5H9GC]

Hello,

I'm looking to find the max distance between two polylines that is also perpendicular to one of the polylines. For example, between the white and green polylines. I am able to draw lines that are perpendicular to the green line, at places where "object snap" works, but I am specifically looking for the maximum length/distance.

 

 

[j.palmeL29YX]

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@davidwinn5H9GC wrote:

... perpendicular to one of the polylines.

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You know: depending on which of both lines is the "base" line to wich you measure prpendicular you will get different results. Therefore my ask: what is your goal? What would the result be used for?

[davidwinn5H9GC]

If a function/process does not exist, then I could just add offset lines in increments of 1',2',3' to and look to see what additional lane width is needed/required.

[davidwinn5H9GC]

The "base" line would always be the inside line. basically, I am designing a lane and vehicle, and running a simulation through "vehicle tracking". The goal is to find the max length that the vehicle goes outside the lane (off-track).

[leeminardi · Accepted solution]

Give the offset command and specify T (through) then select the white line and with no osnaps move the cursor towards the green line.  It will give you a good indication of where the maximum distance is between the two polylines.