Creates arrays of objects, either linearly or radially, from duplicates of an original object (or set of objects). A rich set of options allows you to create various patterns. The Transform > Array tool is useful when modeling objects such as grills, speakers, wheels, and so on.
Create an array of similar objects from an original
- Choose Transform > Array
. - Select (or box-select) the objects to duplicate.
- Click the Build button in the view window.
The array is built.
Note: If Number is 1 along both axes, you only see the original objects. - Adjust the options in the control window.
If Auto Update is on, the array updates automatically. Otherwise click the Update button.
Example
Below, the Array tool is used to create a grill array from a single hexagonal curve. The array of curves is then projected onto a surface. The surface is trimmed, and draft surfaces are built around the holes.
Option settings to create the grill array.
Finished grill after projection, trimming, and draft.