Conic Curve (3 Points)
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Use this command to create a conic 3 point
curve. The required inputs include the start and end points, the method
used to define the third point (Tangent or Shoulder) and the third point.
The optional inputs include the conic ratio. A slider bar is provided
that dynamically updates the preview echo of the curve.
P1, P2 and (Ps or Pi) depending on the
Tangent or Shoulder option selected (see below).
Start point - Select the start point for the conic curve or right-click for more input options.
End point - Select the end point for the conic curve or right-click for more input options.
Tangent, Shoulder -
Select one of these options to determine how the third point is specified.
Tangent - Specifies a tangent point. The conic curve will remain
tangent between the start/end points and the tangent point.
Shoulder - Specifies a shoulder point. The conic curve will pass
through this point.
Point - Use this option to specify the tangent/shoulder point.
Conic Ratio - Use the slider bar to adjust the conic ratio of the curve. The preview echo of the curve will dynamically update as the ratio is adjusted. The default value (0.5) creates a parabolic curve. A value less than 0.5 adds elliptical influence to the curve and a value above 0.5 adds hyperbolic influence.
