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FAQ 004567 | How can I model a surface as a quarter-circular ring with variable thickness from ...

Question:
How can I model a surface as a quarter-circular ring with variable thickness from the inside to the outside?

Answer:
In the case of surfaces with variable thickness, the plane consists of three nodes. The result is a wedge, not a cone, as desired. Therefore, we recommend dividing the quarter-circular ring into separate uniform surface segments:

Divide the inner arc line using n intermediate nodes.
Divide the outer arc line using n intermediate nodes.
Add individual lines, delete the original surface, and redefine the individual surface segments.

or

Add individual lines, divide the original surface using integrated lines.
Define variable thickness as desired for each individual segment.