Sweep Along a Guide String and Maintain Cross Section Orientation

[Jim0914]

I have attached 2 pictures. One shows my cross section and guide strings. The guide strings were created by intersecting 2 surfaces. When I do a 'Sweep Along Guide' the cross section rotates slightly by the end of the sweep. Is there something I can to to maintain that orientation of the cross section?

Thanks -

Jim Weisner
Senior Designer
General Electric Company
NX V12.0.1 MP02

 

[Jim0914]

Second pic here

Jim Weisner
Senior Designer
General Electric Company
NX V12.0.1 MP02

 

[cowski]

If you are using the "swept" command, I'd suggest looking at the various orientation methods available. Assuming the long edge of the rectangular section is parallel to the X axis and the short edge is parallel to the Y axis, I'd suggest starting with "vector direction" and choosing the Y axis direction. But other options may work better for you. Also, I'd suggest turning on the "preserve shape" option; it won't help orient the section, but it will keep the corners sharp.

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[DonNX]

Cowski is right (as usual).
From personal experience, if you aren’t sweeping a round tube you need more than one guide curve.

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[Jim0914]

Thanks I really appreciate the expert direction.

Jim Weisner
Senior Designer
General Electric Company
NX V12.0.1 MP02