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Tutorial conclusion: Create a sheet metal body

In this tutorial, you

  • Created a simple sheet metal body from scratch, using Sketch tools to create a profile for a base face, and the Flange tool to create a flange along the edges

  • Changed rules used for the sheet metal body

  • Created a flat pattern and subsequently a drawing for manufacturing, using the flat pattern.

    Note: The size of the flattened bend zones is determined by the Unfold Rule defined within the active Sheet Metal Rule.

    sheet metal before and after

    Sketch environment ready to start (left). Drawing for manufacturing (right).

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