Creates a new surface by sweeping a curve, isoparametric curve, curve on surface, or trim boundary around an axis, creating
an effect similar to that of a lathe.
- Choose Surfaces > Revolve.
- Click the curve.
- Do any of the following:
- Use the manipulator to change the surface.
- Modify some options in the control window and click the button (or turn on ).
- Click in the control window to make another surface.
- Click in the control window to start from scratch.
- Choose another tool.
To revolve more than one curve at a time, either group the curves and select the group, or choose the Axes option. The resulting surfaces belong to the same history command and all changes to the options or manipulator apply
to all the surfaces at once.
How do I use the revolve manipulator?
- Drag the handles to move them in the view window.
- Click a handle, then drag the mouse left or right to change the value.
- Click any of the handles and type exact values.