Create a shell or solid that connects the selected sections in order of selection. The line type that connects the objects can be set as a B-Spline or a straight line. A solid can be created by selecting a closed wire or edge on the solid option.

Select shapes to perform loft. The selection method depends on the selection order. The order can be largely divided into [Creation], [Selection] and [Vector].

[Creation] : Select section shapes in order of connection to create a shape. The selection shapes are selected individually with the mouse.

[Selection] : Select section profiles in order of connection to create a shape. The section profiles are selected individually with the mouse.

[Vector] : Select multiple sections that are connected depending on the organized vector direction of the object shape. 2 point vectors can be used to define the coordinates of the direction vectors at Pt1 and Pt2. The reference point and order of the profile is applied in the same way as organizing a section profile using the coordinate system.

Make Solid, Straight

Check the [Make Solid] option to create a solid using a closed line.

Using this operation on an open edge or wire does not cause errors, but be aware that it may create an incorrect shape.

Sections with the [Straight] option checked on will connect each selected section using straight lines, not curved.

Geometry set

Register the geometry shape created from the loft extend command on the Geometry set. The user can specify the name of the Geometry set.

A solid cannot be created, even when the solid option is on and the wires and edges are closed, if the planes cannot be created. In this case, it is recommended to create the planes individually and use the Sew operation (Main menu > Geometry > Boolean > Surface > Sew).

Sometimes, a twisted geometry can form during the extend loft operation. This is because the wires or edges selected as the section profile are not in the same direction.