ramp-between-2-points ("r2")

Note: For more interactive ramp design, consider the Interactive Ramp Tool. This utility supersedes this legacy design command, retained for legacy purposes only.

See this command in the command table.

To access this command:

  • Using the command line, enter "ramp-between-2-points" and press ENTER.

  • Use the quick key combination "r2".

  • Display the Find Command screen, locate ramp-between-2-points and click Run.

Command Overview

Make a ramp connecting two points, according to supplied criteria.

Command steps:

  1. Display required reference data in a 3D view (for snapping).

  2. Run the command

  3. Digitize 2 points to define the start and end points of the ramp.

  4. On the popup screen, if you want to constrain the azimuth at the start of the ramp, enter the Starting azimuth of ramp.

  5. Optionally, enter the Finishing azimuth of ramp.

    Note: If you don't set an initial or final azimuth, a single turn ramp is generated at the gradient specified on the next screen, with the missing azimuths being calculated as required. At least one azimuth must be defined.

  6. Click OK.

  7. Use Enter Radius to define the turning radius of the ramp segment.

    Note: If you don't set a turning radius, it is calculated based on the presence of other parameters..

  8. Optionally, enter the Gradient of string (degrees) and click OK.

    Note: If you don't set a gradient, a single turn ramp is generated, with the calculated gradient reported.

  9. Click OK to draw the ramp segment.

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