Creating helix-spirals

Command

Path

Create Helix-Spiral

Model > 3D Power Pack

The Create Helix-Spiral command creates a helix-shaped or spiral-shaped 3D object from one or more path objects. The paths can be 2D objects or NURBS curves.

To create a helix or spiral:

1.      Select the object to use as the path.

2.Select the command.

The Helix-Spiral Creation dialog box opens; specify the object parameters.

A helix or spiral is created.

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A helix or spiral object can be used, without further conversion, as a path object for the Extrude Along Path command.

Ungrouping a helix-spiral object results in a NURBS curve.

 

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