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Hi OBD Experts, 
 
 I am trying to find the best tool in OBD to model complex objects. In the example below, If I want to model a wall which follows two-line strings to define the "top of the wall" and "bottom of the wall" which OBD tool/modelling method will give me the final 3D object. I can model this using surface modelling, mash modelling or smart-solid modelling tools, however, I am trying to find a way where I can use OBD Architectural or Structural modeling tools to model this object so I get DG property (example, length of the wall, the thickness of the wall, cross section name etc.)

Regards, 
 Jaimin Patel

Sandeep Punewar · Accepted Answer

Jaimin, 
 Please see video where I tried to create similar wall object from line string. 
 Once top and bottom of the walls are defined , converted to surfaces by command 'surface by extrusion' . 
 In Place wall command we should define Top Option = Connect Shapes. 
 Get center between 2 line strings as placement start point. 
 In dynamic you can see Wall is following the top surface and get exact that shape. 
 Now use Modify wall tool and use method 'To form Or shape'. 
 Extend the form till the lower surface and you will get exact 3D object which retain all DG properties of wall. 
 HTH, 
 
 Regards, 
 Sandeep

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