Select
Selects an existing geometric construction object, such as a curve or surface, to edit or delete.
Add
Selects geometry that defines a new geometric construction. Used with the numbered options listed below.
Delete
Deletes a selected geometric construction.
Cancel
Cancels the macro, closes the geometric construction ribbon and the Geometric Construction Palette Dialog, and then returns to the main command ribbon.
Close
Verifies the validity of values selected for the options, closes the geometric construction ribbon and the Geometric Construction Palette Dialog, and then returns to the main command ribbon. The selected values are still available when you click again on the main command ribbon.
Geometric Construction
Displays the current geometric construction interface. You can also select a different, recently-used interface or More.
More
Opens the Select Geometric Construction dialog. For a new geometric construction, all interfaces delivered with the software are available. For an existing geometric construction, only similar interface types are available.
Geometric constructions displaying only in the Select Geometric Construction dialog are not intended for general usage. You should first consult your Hexagon support representative before using these geometric constructions.
1
Specifies the first point.
2
Specifies the second point.
3
Specifies the surface onto which the curve is projected. By default, this is the surface of the plate selected for the main command.
4
Specifies the coordinate system used to control the direction of projection.
Reject
Clears the selections for the current step.
Accept
Accepts the current selections and displays a preview.
Continue
Completes the geometric construction definition. The ribbon continues to display so that you can define parameters for additional geometry.
The geometric constructions are not created and saved to the model until you click Finish on the main command ribbon to create the model object.
Projection Method
Specifies how the curve is projected to the surface. Select one of the following:
Normal
Projects the curve normal to the surface.
Along x
Projects the curve along the x-axis of the selected coordinate system.
Along y
Projects the curve along the y-axis of the selected coordinate system.
Along z
Projects the curve along the z-axis of the selected coordinate system.
At Angle
Projects the curve at an angle.
Angle
Specifies the projection angle relative to the reference axis. This option is only available when you select At Angle for Projection Method.
Rotation Axis
Specifies the rotation axis for an angle projection. Select x, y, or z. This option is only available when you select At Angle for Projection Method.
Reference Axis
Specifies the reference axis for an angle projection. Select +x, -x, +y, -y, +z, or -z. This option is only available when you select At Angle for Projection Method.
Extension at Start
Specifies the distance that the curve is extended before the first point.
Extension at End
Specifies the distance that the curve is extended after the second point.