Converting 2D RZ Model to 3D

To create a 3D design from an existing 2D RZ design:

  1. Click Maxwell 2D > Create 3D Design.

    2. The Sweep Around Z Axis dialog box appears.

  2. Enter the Angle of Sweep to obtain a full 360° 3D model or a wedge model to a selectable degree.
  3. Enter the desired Draft Angle and Draft Type.
    Warning: Entering a draft angle for a model where objects touch the z axis results in a error due to an invalid object being requested. Draft angles may only be used when no objects are touching the z axis.
  4. Enter the Number of Segments to use in creating the 3D model. If you do not change the default value (=0), the project will be created with true surfaces.
  5. Click OK to create the 3D design.

The modeler creates a new design within the current project and generates the 3D model within the new design. All material properties and material assignments are copied to the new design.

Related Topics 

Sweeping Around an Axis