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bobc  
#1 Posted : Sunday, December 7, 2008 5:20:46 PM(UTC)
bobc

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Joined: 6/3/2008(UTC)
Posts: 6

Here is a method I have developed for doing triangulated flat patterns. The process involves exporting DXF points, then processing the point data using a separate utility program (written with REALBasic for the Mac). The program creates a flattened file in the "spline" import format ready to be imported back into your ViaCad or Shark drawing file.

http://homepage.mac.com/rchubb/flat_pattern.zip

The above link will download a ziped folder containing the following:

1. The utility program "flat_pat_gen.app", compiled for both the Mac OX universal and Windows.
2. A ViaCad2d/3d 6 example drawing
3. DXF point files
4. Flattened files ("spline" import format)
5. Tutorial: "What is a triangulation?"
6. Tutorial: "Developable rulings"

The program documentation is self-contained within the program under the "Help" button.

Note: This is the first time I have ever attempted to share one of my programs. I have written a dozen or more Cad/Cam programs. I use these programs to perform a variety of different functions and they all work well for me. Most of the programs are in a continuous state of change/development so don't expect a polished professional package. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions, suggestion or problems. [email protected]


Have fun - Bobc
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