coiling animation of an extracted fabric over a transversal rotating axis (tape measure)

[Jfewi]

Hello,

The challenge I have here is the following: Imagine a manual awning where the fabric coils up on itself over a transversal rotating bar. Another example would be a trasparent measuring tape case where you could visualise the tape being recoiled and later is drawn out to a specified length.

I don´t know how to properly execute this animation; also, do i sketch the fabric as a simple rectangle on a plane, or already coiled up?  

Just wondering if somebody has been able to achieve something like this bofore with fusion360.

kind regards,

Jeffrey

[CGBenner]

@Jfewi Welcome to the Community!

I've moved your post here for better visibility with the experts who may be able to help you.  Do you have a file of an attempt that you made which you could share for others to look at?

[Jfewi]

Thank you, to answer your question, not yet. I would like to know how to confront this situation before investing the time designing all other elements.

regards,

[laughingcreek · Accepted solution]

is the animation the end goal? 

Fusion isn't going to be able to do this type of animation.  you might be able to fake something that's passible, but I can't think of a way to fake it ottomh.

You can do this type of animation in blender but that's  whole different skill set. and a very steep learning curve.

[Jfewi]

Thanks, I appreciate the insights.