How can I create a Möbius Strip?

Some mobius strip/gear models at GrabCAD site: http://grabcad.com/library/tag/mobius

Off hand, I think you could do it with a swept blend on a circular trajectory. Just start and end with a square and move the start point to create the 'twist'.

* You may have to do it in two semicircular sections.

Variable section sweep would be what I'd use. It would make sure the strip length would remain constant, something that would be tough to do with a swept blend.

Of note, I think I came up with a "new" type, and am looking into whether there is a aplce to submit my model t see if it meets the qualifications. I BELIEVE it does, as I've made a paper model, but we'll see.

In case Lucas needs a bit more info:

• Make a variable section sweep using a circle as the trajectory.
• Use a rectangle as the shape of the section (or someting more creative after you try this).
  • Allow there to be an angular dimension that will allow the rectangle to rotate.
  • The section should only be constrained to itself. Meaning no dimensions to an axis line (other than the angular dimension) or perpendicular constraints to the axis lines, etc.
• While inside sketcher, create a relation (Tools>Relations) such as sd16=360*trajpar*1. Substitute sd16 with your angular dimension's alias. The 1 after trajpar can be increased to add rotations.

I hope this works for you, let us know.

-Kevin

Lucas,

By the way, I do not know the definition for Mobius Strip, I only saw a picture. If what Frank says is correct, then adjust accordingly.

Regards,
Kevin