diff --git a/docs/tips.rst b/docs/tips.rst index e7f6034..c087534 100644 --- a/docs/tips.rst +++ b/docs/tips.rst @@ -11,12 +11,12 @@ Can't Get There from Here ************************* Unfortunately, it's a reality that not all parts described using build123d can be -successfully constructed. Designers may have to explore different design approaches -to get the OpenCascade CAD core to successfully build the target object. -For instance, if a multi-section :func:`~operations_part.sweep` operation fails, a -:func:`~operations_part.loft` operation may be a viable alternative in certain -situations. It's crucial to remember that CAD is a complex -field and patience may be required to achieve the desired results. +successfully constructed by the underlying CAD core. Designers may have to +explore different design approaches to get the OpenCascade CAD core to successfully +build the target object. For instance, if a multi-section :func:`~operations_part.sweep` +operation fails, a :func:`~operations_part.loft` operation may be a viable alternative +in certain situations. It's crucial to remember that CAD is a complex field and +patience may be required to achieve the desired results. ************ 2D before 3D @@ -52,7 +52,9 @@ Chamfers and fillets can add complexity to a design by transforming simple verti or edges into arcs or non-planar faces. This can significantly increase the complexity of the design. To avoid unnecessary processing costs and potential errors caused by a needlessly complicated design, it's recommended to perform these operations towards -the end of the object's design. +the end of the object's design. This is especially true for 3D shapes, as it is +sometimes necessary to fillet or chamfer in the 2D design phase. Luckily, these +2D fillets and chamfers are less likely to fail than their 3D counterparts. ************ Parameterize