How can I flatten curved sheet objects in model
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HI there..This is my first post in the forum and would really appreciate some help. I'm using SU make 2017 and have modelled a canopy that will be contructed from stretch lycra and be printed on. Some of the panels are curved and I would like to flatten them so I can create a cut pattern and be able to export a 2d scale image for printing. The objects are skinned using curviloft and so far any attempt at using the normally recommended extension/plugins(flattery, unfold,unwrap and flatten faces) has failed, as has my attempts at manually flattening these objects...Anyone that can help me with this will be my personal hero!thank you
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Why don't you just get lycra fabric dimensions and design according to it? (it'll be printed before stretched, right?)
If you designed stretched3D shape (the canopy), i think it won't be possible to unwrap/unfold without weird cuts.
Example:
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Rule Number one!
Post at least an image of your problem!
And better even an SKP file in format V6 !Will be much better for a more large audiance!
PS If for any reason you can't post directly on the forum post them anywhere and link it!
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Maybe Vertex Tools can "Flat" something no ?
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