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Revision as of 17:17, 1 December 2020

MeshPart CreateFlatMesh

Menu location
Meshes → Unwrap Mesh
Workbenches
Mesh
Default shortcut
None
Introduced in version
-
See also
Mesh Part Create Flat Face

Description

The MeshPart CreateFlatMesh command creates a flat representation of a mesh object by unwrapping, unfolding, it. The created outline is a Part Feature.

A mesh object and, in red, its flat representation

Usage

  1. Select a single mesh object. The mesh must be 'unwrappable'. For example, to unwrap a cylindrical mesh it must have open ends and an open seam. Also curved surfaces must have a relatively fine mesh. Use the Mesh RemeshGmsh command if necessary.
  2. Select the Meshes → Unwrap Mesh option from the menu.

Properties

See: Part Feature.