Convert To Curve command

The Convert To Curve command converts analytic geometry into a B-spline curve. B-spline curves are typically easier to use during surface modeling creation than analytic elements. For example, suppose you create a model with surfaces defined with analytic elements. You can use this command to convert the analytic elements to B-spline curve to obtain the control provided by B-spline curves.

Why convert?

• Analytical elements are often utilized as cross-sections and guide paths during surface creation. The resulting surface has inherent limitations on how it can be edited, as lines remain linear and arcs retain their circular definition.

• Curves provide more control, therefore are easier to use.

• Increased control facilitates edits.

  • Allows modification of a curve’s properties.

  • Defaults to a degree of 2. You can increase the degree and add edit points for more control.

• Once converted, curve shapes will have greater control over associated complex surfaces.

  • Simplifies the manipulation of a model from initial concept through final production.

• Can be used on the following analytics:

  • Single non-connected analytic element: conversion results in a single non-connected B-spline curve.

  • Multiple connected analytic elements.

    • Non-tangent elements: conversion results in multiple connected B-spline curves with no cusps.

    • Tangent elements: conversion results in multiple connected and tangent B-spline curves.

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