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Can lattice shell elements be exported as 3MF?

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Jack Walles
April 25, 2023 14:08

Question:

Can lattice shell elements be exported as 3MF? I.E. a thickened "Rib Lattice from Beams"?

Applies to:

  • nTop
  • Mesh export

Answer:

No, 3MF currently only supports beam lattices, therefore shell elements can't be exported. 

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  • Export Mesh and Thickened Lattice to 3MF Format
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