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#Loft path optimization

    14-Aug-93 18:11:25
Sb: #Loft path optimization
Fm: DONALD NEWLANDS 73170,3216
To: All
Hello, We are doing some simple 3D piping in a model, lofting circles along paths containing linear segments and arcs. We want plenty of detail around the arcs, but no path detail in the straight segments. We also want to be able to loft a whole pipe in one fell swoop. However, OPTIMIZATION and TWEEN seem to work at cross purposes. Our straight segments are filled with unnecessary detail and the model quickly grows to an unmanageable size. Is there a combination of Lofter settings that would produce simple lines and detailed arcs along one path? Is the OPTIMIZATION feature bugged? Your thoughts and suggestions would be greatly appreciated!