How to do the curve driven pattern in CATIA
Hi, Everyone
I would like to know how to create model as shown in attached picture by using catia.
I mean not only pattern about the curve but also direction of the model has to point into right direction
(The model in picture was created by solidworks)
4 Answers
Did you try "user defined pattern"? It's under the circular and rectangular pattern icon.
Thank you Chris and Fred
I tried user pattern tool, it generated model along a path I wanted, but the model orientation was not followed the path.
Update: it seems like there might be some kind of halfway workaround with "axis-to-axis". Looks like you draw the curve, generate axes that are normal to the curve at specific points, and then copy & translate each iteration of the whatever you're patterning to each axis. Not great, but at least it will preserve the position and orientation when you translate.
https://grabcad.com/tutorials/how-to-copy-translate-a-pattern-along-a-curve-in-catia
1. you need to creat the pattern points in you curve sketch ;
2. creat the feature you want to pattern;
3. Apply "User Pattern" tools. In "Position" define, please select the Sketch. then ok now.
Please check "User Pattern" tools here: http://grabcad.com/questions/tutorial-using-user-pattern-in-catia-v5
