1.2.1 - Union
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Practice Questions
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Define a linear sweep in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about how it transforms a flat shape into a solid.
What does a union operation do in CAD?
💡 Hint: Picture two overlapping shapes becoming one.
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What kind of sweep involves moving a shape along a curved path?
💡 Hint: Think about the shape's movement—straight versus curved.
True or False: A union operation retains the overlapping volume of two solids.
💡 Hint: Focus on the key operation definitions.
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You are tasked with designing a custom pipe fitting that requires both straight and curved sweeps. Describe how you would approach this using CAD techniques.
💡 Hint: Consider each section's geometry and how they connect.
Explain how you would convert an assembly drawing into a CSG tree and discuss the steps required to modify it efficiently.
💡 Hint: Think about the hierarchy in terms of basic shapes.
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