Normal Offset

Offsets Mesh points Normal to the original Mesh. Use scalar values for this operation (the units are similar to the master units of the imported mesh). Negative values changes offset direction. The distance between each Mesh point and its reference point is equal.

Original Mesh Normal Offset

Note: For further information regarding Weld Mesh see Weld Mesh. For further information regarding UnWeld Mesh see UnWeld Mesh.

Steps

1. Set the offset distance in the text box.

2. Press the Weld or Unweld buttons for controlling the result (optional)

3. Press the offset button to generate the reference mesh.

Options

Normal Offset Values

Use the mouse wheel to change the Focus point coordinated in real time. Scrolling with the Mouse Wheel will change the value (0.01 increment) when the mouse is over the text box. Hold the Shift and use the Mouse Wheel to change the values faster (1.0 increment).

Command Activation Methods

Interface (GUI)

Mesh > Offset > Normal

Command Line

Offset , O

Keyboard