Curves - Floating Curve

Last updated: 2023-01-11

Overview

Creates a Curve (arc) that is tangent to a selected Arc, Circle, or Line object. The Curve is displayed dynamically with the cursor position until the final end point is selected.

Usage

WisDOT Design tab> Draw panel > Curves dropdown > Floating Curve

The tool can also be accessed from the command line: DOTDRAWFLOATINGCURVE.

1. Select line, arc or circle: Select a line, arc, or circle to draw a curve tangent from.
2. Curve Radius: Enter the desired radius for the curve.
3. Select end point [TangentTo Reverse Flip]: Click the desired end point for the line or:
   1. TangentTo: Select this option to set the end point tangent to another Arc, Circle, or Line.
      1. Select second line, arc, or circle: Select the second line, arc, or circle.
      2. Select desired curve [Radius]: All possible curves will be displayed. Select the curve that is desired, or:
         1. Radius: The radius options provides a way to enter a different radius.
   2. Reverse: Select this option to reverse the direction of the curve prior to clicking on the desired end point.
   3. Flip: This option is only available when creating a curve that is tangent to a circle or arc that has a smaller radius than the curve being created. Select this option to set the curve origin to the opposite side of the existing arc or circle.