Im using solidworks 2005 when i draw a sketch then base flange it gives you 2 direction options .
when i send them to a suface the pattern displays but wont flatten any reason for this
hi updraft i have done as a part,
wot i have done is drawn a sketch in the middle then direction 1 up to a surface, direction to 2 up to a surface.
the surfaces are planes, which are different plane to each other. if i do them separate halfs they will both flatten. but seems long way round when it would be nice if it did it one piece.
There are usually a variety of ways to do something in SWX and sheet metal is a good example. My own preference is to model the part to make the shape I want and then at its end turn it into sheet metal. (Pick a main face and Insert -> Bends.) Perhaps if you were to try this technique you might have better luck.