Mesh modeling with symmetry

[ja1357]

Hi

Is there a way to model a mesh in symmetry in real time?  In Maya there is a command that allows symmetry modelling and thought AutoCAD would have the same feature. 

Just to be clear what I am wanting to achieve; I create a box mesh, then select a face on any side and move it 50mm in the direction of its normal and would like the opposite face to also move 50mm in the direction of its normal. 

I don't like doing things twice so I modelled only half of the mesh and mirrored it but now I cant union them together so now I have two issues

1.  Is there a way to model a mesh in symmetry?

2.  Is there a way to union two meshes together?

[imadHabash]

Hi,

>> Is there a way to model a mesh in symmetry? << 

as you ask... there is NO way.

>> Is there a way to union two meshes together? << 

Union command is not supported for mesh objects and you have to convert it to 3D solids.

Regards,

[ja1357]

Thanks imadhabash

AutoCAD mesh modelling sucks

[john.vellek]

Hi @ja1357,

There is Merge face - not quite the same thing as Union but can help in some situations.

Please select the Accept as Solution button if my post solves your issue or answers your question.

[john.vellek]

Hi @ja1357,

I am checking back to see if my post or @imadHabash's helped you with your problem.
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[ja1357 · Accepted solution]

I will try creating half the mesh model, convert it to a solid, mirror, union, then convert to mesh.  The merge face wouldn't be a suitable option in this case but thanks for your help.