I've drawn a watch strap that I want to print on my 3D printer using flexible filament. I created the strap as a flat piece but need to now curve it as though it was wrapped around a wrist (cylinder is sufficient) due to printing size and so it will keep its shape better. Is there a way to sweep the entire object along a circle, causing the circle to then be the centerline? I've attempted it but the selection is for "faces" not "bodies". This is a strap for a Fitness Tracker SE, if that gives you an idea of what I'm trying to create. Maybe creating a spiral rather than circle sweep? Help!
This is great! Will I need to start over or is there a way to attach my current strap design to the sheet metal function? Also, I have a taper to the watch strap where it is thicker at the face and thinner at the ends of the strap. Any help on creating the sketch on the perpendicular plane, then joining the flat strap design to the sheet metal extrusion?
Thank you!!
I'm still struggling with this, haven't had a chance to get back to it for a while though. My watch strap is created laying flat and I want to attach it to the unfolded sheet metal form I've created. I'm still learning how to navigate through planes and sketches on here, I primarily use AutoCAD classic at my job so this is a very different interface than I'm used to. How can I attach the sheet metal to the current body with the flat part of the sheet metal flange at the face of the watch strap?
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