Creating a Cross-Section

You can take a cross section of a 3D object to create a new 2D object. This is done using the Modeler> Surface> Section command.

Use this command to create cross sections of 3D objects on the XY, YZ, or XZ plane. The cross sections are created as 2D closed polyline objects.

To create a cross section of an object:

1. Make sure the working coordinate system you want to use for the cross section plane is set.
2. Select the object from which you want to create a cross section.
3. From the menu bar, click Modeler> Surface> Section.

   The Section dialog box appears.

4. Select the Section Plane you will use to divide the object: XY, YZ, or XZ.
5. Click OK.

   A closed polyline object is created at the intersection of the 3D object and the specified section plane. The original 3D object is unmodified.