Line and Arc Creation
Use this to ...
- Create Lines and arcs for a profile.
Key Points
- Create lines between two points. The two points can be two locations in space or two locations relative to other geometry.
- A line is used to represent the axis of revolution for a revolved feature.
- Create an arc by three points.
- Create tangent arcs.
- Play the video for an overview of how to create a series of lines and an arc. Do not adjust your volume; there is no sound associated with this video.
Prerequisites
- Solid Edge must be in the Profile mode. Profile mode is automatically activated when creating a sketch feature or creating a profile for a feature.
Process: Creating Lines and Arcs
1. Click Line on the Line fly-out on the Draw toolbar.
2. Pick the first point of the line in the Graphics window. A temporary line displays between the selected point and the cursor.
3. Pick the location of the second point of the line.
4. Continue picking locations to define the profile or press 'A' on the keyboard to create an arc.
5. Solid Edge stops creating lines by closing a profile or by right-clicking.
Tips
- Switch between lines and arcs by pressing 'L' and 'A' on the keyboard. This is also accomplished by selecting the Line and Arc icons on the ribbon bar.
- Depending on the orientation of the line and the position of the cursor, a small symbol may display next to the cursor. This symbol provides information on the element you are creating. You can control these symbols using the IntelliSketch dialog. Access IntelliSketch by selecting Tools | IntelliSketch while you are in the profile or sketch mode.
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