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rjs  
#1 Posted : Friday, February 6, 2015 4:20:14 PM(UTC)
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I am using ViaCAD beta 9.0.4 build 1150 (I have experienced this issue with the previous releases as well) and I seem to have a a low level of success converting STL files to solids. At least the binary tools do not work with them after the conversion. I select the object, right click, select change object type, select solid and click OK. The wait cursor spins for a while and stops with no errors but does not seem to change the object. I attached is a sample file of what I am talking about.

Thanks for any help!

Randy

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Tim Olson  
#2 Posted : Saturday, February 7, 2015 3:57:58 PM(UTC)
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Hi Randy

The limits of the Change Object Type tool inspired me to start the PowerPack project. Change Object Type will convert a single body perfect mesh of limited facet counts. Below is a video showing how I would use PowerPack to convert this mesh into a precise solid.

http://www.csi-concepts....emo/videos/toolChest.mp4

Tim

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bronc3buster842001  
#3 Posted : Thursday, February 12, 2015 3:31:19 AM(UTC)
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Im using the beta version and I dont have the option to check a mesh for non-manifold faces..
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Tim Olson  
#4 Posted : Thursday, February 12, 2015 4:38:28 PM(UTC)
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>> I dont have the option to check a mesh for non-manifold faces..


I just added that into the 1151 build which is not out yet for beta. Show Free Edges and Show Non-Manifold Edges really help track down problem areas for converting meshes into precision solids.

Tim
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