Swept
- Last UpdatedMay 05, 2026
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Creates a swept surface that follows a profile curve and a path curve. This is commonly used to model curved ship hull surfaces.
The image shows a swept surface that follows both the profile curve (1) and the path curve (2):

Create a swept surface
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On the Common Reference tab, in the Create group, select Surface, then select Swept from the dropdown list.
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Select the profile curve:

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Select the path curve:

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Press Enter.
The application creates the new surface and stores it as a SRFSUR element.

You can modify the surface at any time using the Properties window. See Properties for more information.