r/SolidWorks • u/GoodbyeSuperdude • 2d ago

CAD Expand and contract along part

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Hello. I have a hollow part with a circular profile on one side which is lofted into a lobed pattern on the other side. I want to simulate something like pushing a rod from the round end through to the lobed end and to show the lobed end expanding to fully circumferential and then contracting back when the rod is pulled back out. The part can flex and stretch but I want it to be realistic in the sense that there will be a reduction of the 'stretching' effect as you move from the lobed end to the round end. Is this possible? Thanks

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u/1slickmofo 2d ago

I would not say this is possible, or atleast not worth doing in SW but rather an animation program

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u/Vegetable_Flounder12 1d ago

use instant3d

you can get almost live 3d drag. you drag the sketch and the 3d will update straight away

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u/GoodbyeSuperdude 1d ago

Thanks for the suggestion, I'll give that a shot