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Reference Manual
Overview
The Following is a detailed description of each Expander function.
These functions include:
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Expand
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Hide Label functions
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Show Label functions
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Change Labels
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MapBack
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Analyze Strain
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Deformation Tables
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Export
To become familiar with Rhinoceros functionality, refer to the Rhinoceros user manual.
Expand Function
Overview
This function is the heart of Expander. To expand a surface, select the surface and curves to be mapped with the
expansion, and run the command. (Note: you can also select the surface and/or markings after the command is run. You
will be prompted at the appropriate times)
If some curves are forgotten in the selection, you can use the MapBack command later.
The Expand command may be run one of three ways:
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