LEARNING OBJECTIVES

After completing this lesson, you will be able to:

1. Create a solid object by revolving a 2D shape

2. Slice a solid object into 2 segments

3. Create a section view through a solid object.

4. Create a twisted object along a path.

5. Create a Helix.

REVOLVE

The REVOLVE command allows you to revolve a profile around an axis. If the shape is closed it will become a solid. If the shape is open it will become a surface. The shape can be revolved from 1 to 360 degrees.

You will select the axis to revolve around, the solid to be revolved and enter the angle of revolution.

Selecting the axis of revolution

The axis of revolution can be the X or Y axis. It may also be an object such as a line.

The axis may be located on the shape or not.

HOW TO USE THE REVOLVE COMMAND

1. Select the REVOLVE command using one of the following:

   • TYPE = REV or REVOLVE

   • PULLDOWN = DRAW / MODELING / REVOLVE

   • 3DMAKE CONTROL PANEL =

1. Select objects to revolve: select the shape or region

2. Select objects to revolve: select more or to stop

3. Specify axis start point or define axis by [Object/X/Y/Z]

4. Select an object: select the axis of object to revolve about

5. Specify...