CraigN91 Posted March 16, 2011 Share Posted March 16, 2011 I am creating a Dome shaped building using Vectorworks 2011, I have created the shell using the 3D Hemisphere tool however i want to cut the triangular windows out of the dome. If anyone knows how i will be able to do this as when i try it will only draw the triangle in 2d plan. Hope someone can help Quote Link to comment
CipesDesign Posted March 16, 2011 Share Posted March 16, 2011 You can use 3d Objects to "Subtract Solid" from other 3d Objects. In the case of the hemisphere (and other parametric objects) you will end up with a non-parametric object. So be sure to get the size and shape correct before Adding/Subtracting Solids. I have attached a very simple example. This was done with an Extruded Triangle which was used to Subtract from the original hemisphere... It would helpful for us to know which OS and VW's Versions you are running. You can create a Profile with Signature in the MyStuff pulldown, above... Quote Link to comment
CraigN91 Posted March 16, 2011 Author Share Posted March 16, 2011 Thanks for the help, the screenshot is exactly what im trying to do! Will give it ago now Thank you Quote Link to comment
islandmon Posted March 18, 2011 Share Posted March 18, 2011 You could try making an appropriate 3D geodesic and then make the triangular windows transparent. It's fun ! http://www.desertdomes.com/domecalc.html Quote Link to comment
starling75 Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 (edited) You can try draw a triangle in a desired view, then convert it into NURBS curve and use Protrusion/Cutout tool in Extrude curve mode ... 01 02 03 Edited March 21, 2011 by starling75 Quote Link to comment
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