Creating Patterns of Entities in 3D Space
The Pattern3D command lets you create a pattern of entities in 3D space, either in a linear matrix or a circular alignment about a rotation axis.
With linear patterns, the command operates similarly to the Pattern command but with additional specification of levels for the copies. For circular patterns, the command uses a rotation axis instead of a center point for the adjustment.
The created entities inherit all properties of the original entities such as Layers, LineColors, LineStyles, and LineWeights.
To create a linear pattern of entities in 3D space:
- Type Pattern3D at the command prompt.
- In the graphics area, select entities to pattern and press Enter.
- Specify the Linear option.
- Type the number of:
- Rows
- Columns
- Levels
- Type the distance between the:
- Rows
- Columns
- Levels
- The linear pattern is generated in 3D space. Specify a non-planar view to see the result.
To create a circular pattern of entities in 3D space:
- Type Pattern3D.
- In the graphics area, select entities to pattern and press Enter.
- Specify the Circular option.
- Type the number of items for the circular pattern.
- Type the angle to fill. Type a positive number for a counter-clockwise fill angle or a negative number for a clockwise fill angle.
- Specify whether the entities are rotated when copied.
- Select the first and second points on the rotation axis.
- The circular pattern is generated in 3D space. Specify a non-planar view to see the result.
Access
Command: Pattern3D
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