Topics in this section

• Overview of Creating Solids and Surfaces

  Understand the differences between creating solids and surfaces with the EXTRUDE, SWEEP, LOFT, and REVOLVE commands.

• Create a Solid or Surface by Extruding

  Create a 3D solid or surface by stretching curves into 3D space.

• Create a Solid or Surface by Sweeping

  Create a 3D solid or surface by sweeping a profile along a path.

• Create a Solid or Surface by Lofting

  Create a 3D solid or surface by lofting a profile through a set of two or more cross-section profiles.

• Create a Solid or Surface by Revolving

  Create a 3D object by revolving curves about an axis.