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June 12, 2015
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I would like to create a curve from equation and revolve it to form an aspheric lens. Whats the best way to do this? Creo doesn't allow me to revolve the curve I have created from equation.

  • June 12, 2015
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I would like to create a curve from equation and revolve it to form an aspheric lens surface.  Creo does not allow me to revolve the curve from equation however, what is the preferred method of revolving/creating such a surface?  

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21-Topaz I
June 15, 2015

You can revolve by using the project tool:

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24-Ruby IV
December 26, 2015
21-Topaz II
January 4, 2016

You can create it from your equation curve using a Variable Section Sweep.  See the attached files here:

Re: Revolve option in creo parametric

and a tutorial here:

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