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Chapter 7 - Feature Creation• Connect ends: The first cross-section is treated as if it is also the lastcross-section. This is not available when using Guide Curves, as theGuide Curves can be used to connect the first and last cross sections.You must have at least three cross-sections to use this option.• Minimize Curvature: This determines the Tangent Magnitudes based onmaximizing the minimum radius of curvature of the lofted body as awhole. This not only helps to create more pleasing surfaces but ensuresgreater ability to shell and blend lofted models. This is applicable onlywhen take off factors are specified.9. Click OK to create the loft.The following pictures illustrate the results of a loft creating using the samesketches, but with different types of guide curves.Sketch With No Guide Curve Sketch Including Guide Curve171

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