Polyline

Definition

A polyline in IFCs consists of straight segments only. Basically it is a collection of points that are connected using straight lines. Normally the polyline does not have to be closed, but if it used in a profile definition then it has to be closed.

Used by views

• This concept is used by all views.

Data structure

IfcPolyline
Points
IfcCartesianPoint
Coordinates

Used by concepts

2D geometry
Clipping half space
Composite curve
Profile: arbitrary

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