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    Default Inverted drape

    Is there an easy way to create an inverted drape? In other words, drape contours, but have the contours on the bottom of the drape? I suppose I could mess with the UCS, but was wondering if there's an easier way.

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    Default Re: Inverted drape

    Messing with the UCS, doesn't affect the drape tool. aargh....

    So, the best I can come up with is to drape the contours, subtract that mass from a different mass to get the inverted drape. Anyone know an easier method?

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    Default Re: Inverted drape

    Well since I believe the drape tool create a mass element, (If not use the "covert to mass elelment" tool to do so) then create a mass elelment the size you need and subtract the drape from it.
    So yep, what you said. That's the only way I know how. usless you want to try a 3D mirror, but I don't know that that will work. Besides, it's not that hard to create a mass and subtract it.

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    Default Re: Inverted drape

    No, it's not hard when boolean subtraction actually works. I've found it to be inconsistent at best.

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