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Intermediate Curve 
Access: Open this function from the following location:
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Select Wireframe > Derived Curves > Intermediate Curve from the menu bar.
Create one or more an intermediate curves between two curves. Any number of intermediate curves can be created. If 2 points are selected, the result is an intermediate point (or a number of points as required).
This function may be used, for example, to divide an angle, place components on a part, define the split direction, or to find a centerline for machining purposes (to guide the path or orientation of the tool during NC programming).
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Example
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The parting line (DARK BLUE curve) was determined by the intermediate curve of the two LIGHT BLUE curves. |
The location of the vacuum holes and center line of the vacuum slots of the fixture were defined using two intermediate curves. |
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Below, the intermediate curve function improves the NC programming experience: |
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The ORANGE fillets in the screw are machined with a conic ball nose cutter. The DARK BLUE intermediate curve of the PURPLE and LIGHT BLUE contours controls the cutters 5-Axis orientation. |
The 3D runner was machined by a ball-nose cutter along the DARK BLUE intermediate curve of the runner’s edges. Using the curve to guide the cutter and not the surfaces is faster and results in a smoother toolpath. |
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General Interaction
The following image shows the Feature Guide for Intermediate Curve.
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Tip:Required Step 1 
: Pick the curves, wires, or points between which to create the intermediate curve(s)/point(s).
Detailed Interaction
See Options and Results.
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