Robot problem modelling an elliptic shell structure

[Anonymous]

Hi, I am new modelling on Robot.

I have been trying to model an Elliptic shell structure of concrete, 6 cm thickness in Robot for my thesis project.
The front elliptical arc has a different shape that the back one, also I have an inclination at the bottom part.
I have tried to transfer the model from AutoCAD to Robot but I only get a series of dots and I cannot get the surface.
Do you guys have any idea how to do it?
Thanks
Jorge Vazquez

[Krzysztof_Wasik · Accepted solution]

Hi @Anonymous 

I have recorded this type of structure creation procedure (see attached link). 

Elliptic shell structure

Main steps presented in recording (predefined grids were used to control geometry)

• bottom contour lines definition
• arcs definition (arc discretization and bar creation options on)
• arc grouping
• grouped arcs deformation (to form elliptic shape)
• groups exploding
• panel definition (using list of object method)
• panel mesh parameters definition (Coons method, user division definition)
• panel thickness definition
• unnecessary bars deleting
• supports definition
• calculation 

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[Anonymous]

Thank, you very much answer.

Here is the model I did with your solution.

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[Krzysztof_Wasik]

Hi @Anonymous 

Thanks for sharing. Good luck with your project