How to create dome in solidworks?
Hello I'm trying to re-create this dome feature of a missile
i have succeeded in some extend but UN-able to capture exact design intend which i am looking for
i have attached a photo
NOTE: it doesn't have any dimension so just try with rough model
i am also attaching my Part file you can modify if you wish
Thanks regards
4 Answers
Here's how I'm seeing the geometry, pics attached.
I see a loft, a revolved cylinder, and a cut. I have a newer version of solidworks than you so you'll only be able to open the step file, hopefully the pictures guide you well enough.
Also, regarding 'Boss-Extrude1', I would recommend not using "half dimensions", ever, if the intent is symmetry. It will come back to haunt you unless you write an equation to control it, and really, who wants to write unnecessary equations.
Best practice is to use relations to control design intent. Strive for as few driving dimensions as possible in a sketch.
In the 'do this instead' picture, centerlines were added to apply "symmetry" across the origin to the sketched square, and since the intent is the shape is to be square, "equal" relation was added to a horizontal and vertical line, reducing the dimensions required to fully constrain the sketch to a single dimension.
Good luck with your model!