Profile by Variable Slope from Element
Used to define an elements profile by projecting a variable slope from another element with a design profile.
You can access this tool from the following:
Use the Define Profile by Variable Slope from Element tool to define an elements profile by projecting a variable slope from another element with a design profile. This tool differs from the Profile by Slope tool only in the fact that you have additional options. Specifically, you can define a range instead of the entire element, and there are multiple methods of slope rather than fixed slope alone.
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Select the Define Profile by Variable Slope from Element icon.
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When you move the cursor into the View, it is equipped with a command prompt requesting that you choose a Slope Style, so navigate the options by striking the up or down arrow key and strike the Enter key.
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Options for slope style are:
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Constant uses a constant fixed slope.
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Linear slope transitions between a start and end value using a linear method.
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Reverse Biquadratic slope transitions between a start and end value using a reverse biqudratic transition method.
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Reverse Cubic slope transitions between a start and end value using a reverse cubic transition method.
- Extension applies the slope calculated between reference element and element defining the slope.
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When prompted to "Locate Plan Element to Profile", data point, example, left-click on the element that you wish to give an elevation.
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When prompted to "Locate Reference Element", move the cursor to the element that will serve as a reference for the profile then data point.
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Use one of the following methods to set the Start Distance:
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Use one of the following methods to set the End Distance:
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When prompted to provide the desired Slope, enter the value and strike the Enter key.
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When prompted to provide the desired Vertical Offset, enter the value and strike the Enter key.