Hi, I've been trying to figure out how to produce smoother surfaces using Through Curve Mesh and would like some help understanding the tool.
My model is an aerodynamic body for which I want to minimize drag by achieving the smoothest and most continuous surfaces possible. The model will eventually be used to create a mold.
The component I want to focus on right now is the nose of my model (see photo). In an attempt to increase smoothness, I've added several guide curves. I've tried surfacing in small pieces (looks terrible). A single surface utilizing all these curves appears to be the smoothest. However, I don't know if simply creating dozens of guide curves is the route to the smoothest surface. I draw each spline manually, so I imagine with each addition, there is more potential for unintended deviations from the desired shape. I am picking consistent directions for my primary/cross curves (I think).
I read a post here that said one method is to surface to the line of symmetry, make the surface G1 with an extrusion at the line of symmetry, and then mirror. This also seems to provide a pretty smooth surface. However, I'm not sure I really understand the implications of making my model G1 at the nose. I've been striving for G2 at all other edges as a principle, but when I make the nose G1, it still "looks" relatively smooth/continuous.
So I guess I have the following main questions:
1. What are some practices to achieve the smoothest surfaces (within the limits given by the overall shape of my overall model)? Do I just have to draw better splines?
2. What are the implications of having G1 connections when I (think) I want G2?
Any general information regarding Through Curve Mesh would also be gratefully received. Thank you!