Clothoid
Summary
Create clothoid curves in a variety of ways.
How to Run
Ribbon Menu > [Feature] Tab > [Create] Group > Clothoid
Explanation
[Creation Method]
Select the method for creating the clothoid curve.Single - Line to Circle : Creates a basic clothoid curve in the form of a straight line-closed-circle combination.
Single - Circle to Circle : Creates an oval clothoid curve between circles when the larger circle completely covers the smaller circle.
Pair S-Shape : Creates an S-shaped clothoid curve between two circles when they are far apart.
Pair C-Shape : Creates a double oval clothoid curve between two circles when they intersect or are apart.
[Fitting Method]
Select the calculation method of the clothoid curve.Approximate : Approximate value calculation
Accurate : Calculate the actual value
[Select Target]
Select the object to be used for creating the clothoid curve.[Option]
Set options for creating clothoid curves.Common options
Round-Off Digit of A : Set the number of rounding digits for A value.
If 0.1 is entered : Round to the second decimal place
If 100 is entered : round to the tens place
Moving Object : Select an object to move in situations where the object must move.
Reverse Direction : Changes the creation position of the clothoid curve.
Pair only option
Parameter Option
A Equality : Creates the same A value of closoids.
L Equality : Creates the same L value of closoids.
Theta Equality : Creates the same angle value of closoids.
Draw Guide Line : Draws a guide line where two clothoids meet on the view.
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