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Create complex sweeps and lofts. Complex geometry is created by using multiple work planes, sketches, and 3D sketch geometry. Honing your experience in creating work planes and 3D sketches is paramount to success in creating complex models.

Master It How would you create a piece of twisted flat bar in Inventor?

Work with multi-body and derived parts. Multi-body parts can be used to create part files with features that require precise matching between two or more parts. Once the solid bodies are created, you can create a separate part file for each component.

Master It What would be the best way to create an assembly of four parts that require features to mate together in different positions?

Utilize part tolerances. Dimensional ...

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