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Linear Array Tool

Linear Array Tool

Linear Array Tool​

The Linear Array Tool is a tool that duplicates selected elements (Vertex, Edge, Face) and arranges them in a linear direction.

note

This feature is exclusive to UModeler X Plus

How to Use​

  1. Select the element you want to copy.
  2. Run the Linear Array Tool.
  3. Choose Array Type.
  4. Choose Length Type.
  5. Adjust the values as needed.

Properties​

Linear Array Tool Properties

Array Type​

This attribute defines the type of elements affected by the Linear Array Tool.

Array Type: To Elements​

Create a new element array within the current mesh​

  1. Select a face.
  2. Run the Linear Array Tool. Array Type: To Elements
  3. A new element array will be created within the connected mesh from the selected element.

Array Type: To Object​

Create independent objects from the current mesh​

  1. Select a face.
  2. Run the Linear Array Tool. Array Type: To Elements
  3. A new independent object array will be created from the current mesh.

Length Type​

This determines the position of the last object in the array. There are two types: Total and Interval.

  • Total: The last object is positioned at the distance specified by the Total value.
  • Interval: The last object is positioned based on the angle and batch count.

Direction​

The array follows the 3D direction vector originating from the pivot of the original element.

Length​

This is the distance between elements.

Batch Count​

Sets the number of elements or objects to be created (from 2 to 1000).

Select​

Properties that allow you to set how faces are selected.

Examples of use​