Stuck on Hinged Doors

Charo

I had this idea to make double doors, opening in the middle.  I think this is impossible??  P. S.  I know the bottom piece isn't anchored; thought I wouldn't go to the trouble if what I am thinking isn't possible.

leslie6111

@Charo, yes easy to hinge but if you were thinking about hinging those fancy doors - you will have to crop the edge - only the bottom piece will hinge since there is a slight indent at the right and left side of each gate and 2- I thought you didn't want a huge weeding job after that tree.

leslie6111

the file as an example

Crazy_Mr_Zing

What issue are you having

After you duplicate the gate ensure it aligned horizontally , the centre space is to you liking,
select one gate , click the hinge button choose what edge you want the hinge and set the angle - repeat for the other gate

The hinge function tell pcs the the selected edge is a fold line
I don't if there a method to make those doors pop open

SusanBluerobot

OK i know it has been answered but as I had made the video here it is

SusanBluerobot

Crazy_Mr_Zing

@SusanBluerobot Great Video I never would have thought of cropping the bottom of the gate so it don't scrape on the floor
Quite a simple design but looks rather impressive

oh I think you caught my missspellaitis I always want to put a D in Hinge

SusanBluerobot

SusanBluerobot

Sorry looks like i had too much fun after making this video this morning  (but it was calling out to be the sort of gates that i want LOL

Crazy_Mr_Zing

@SusanBluerobot ; Looks Great
every time I see that shape of yours DR Who comes to mind

Charo

Oh thank you!  I just got home from grocery shopping in the pouring rain, thinking to myself well of course it can be done:  just needs something in the back to anchor to.  And I was going to add a big square.  @Susan your idea of the arch on top is SO much more pleasing and thank you very much for the video.  @leslie6111 I guess I never learn do I.  The last popup was difficult but I didn't say "lesson learned" as Susan does.  LOL.   And oh yes I would never ever have thought the crop the bottom of the gate so it had a bit of room to move; most clever idea.

Di-lite

@SusanBluerobot   I love your swinging gates - I think the Robot was an absolute essential - glad you're enjoying yourself.  You technical knowledge is appreciated but your fun side is just as good.