Sphere

In this Task 

A sphere will be inserted onto the top of the object, using the end vertex of the profile as its center.

Associated Tasks 

Using the Auto Workplane by Face tool.

Before you Start 

View is set to Isometric North East. 

The model is displayed in Wireframe view.

The Workplane is displayed.

Activate Auto Workplane by Face Right-click in editor | select Auto Workplane by Face.

Remove the Grid display which was used in the previous Task.

Take Note 

The Auto Workplane by Face tool provides a single-instance placement of the Workplane on a selected face for the duration of a specific task. 

At the completion of the task, the Workplane is restored to its previous position.

Remember to remove the Auto Workplane by Face tool at the end of this task.

Sphere

Ribbon : Draw | Draw 3D | Sphere

Default Menu : Draw | 3D Objects | 3D Primitives | Sphere

Palette : 3D Model | 3D Object | Sphere

Creates a sphere by indicating a center point and a radius. The radius can either be given by indicating a point in the workspace, or can be input into the radius field of the Inspector Bar.

Activate Auto Workplane by Face from the Workplane menu. Right click in the editor to find the Workplane menu

Select the Sphere tool from the menu options above and place a sphere with a radius of 8 on the end vertex of the profile, shown below as the center of the Sphere.

The Workplane will be placed temporarily on the top most face of the solid, displayed by a solid red outline, shown below.

The result is shown below.

Take Note

Remember to remove the Auto Workplane by Face tool at the end of this task.