CSWP Part Modeling Fundamentals Flashcards

Which Extrude end condition extends a feature only to the very next face encountered in the extrusion direction?

Answer: Up to Next

Up to Next terminates the extrusion at the first surface it intersects, adapting automatically if the model geometry changes.

The Revolve feature in SolidWorks requires a sketch profile and what additional element?

Answer: An axis of revolution

Revolve rotates the sketch profile around an axis of revolution, which can be a centerline, model edge, or sketch line defined within the sketch.

In a Sweep feature, guide curves are used to control what aspect of the result?

Answer: The cross-section shape variation along the path

Guide curves constrain how the cross-section profile scales or morphs as it travels along the sweep path, allowing non-uniform swept shapes.

Which SolidWorks feature creates a solid by blending between two or more profiles located at different planes or faces?

Answer: Loft

Loft transitions smoothly between multiple profiles (which can differ in shape and size) to create complex organic or tapered solids.

The Mid Plane end condition in Boss-Extrude creates geometry in what manner?

Answer: Extrudes equally in both directions from the sketch plane

Mid Plane splits the total specified depth equally on both sides of the sketch plane, keeping the sketch centered within the resulting feature.

What is the purpose of enabling the Draft option within the Extrude Boss feature?

Answer: Adds a taper angle to the extruded walls

The Draft option within Extrude adds an angular taper to the side walls of the feature, which is essential for parts that need to release from molds.