Is there a way to convert a .stl file to a feature based solidworks output?
I have a .stl file that I have received from a 3D scanner, I am looking for a way/solution to convert the .stl file into a feature based solid part. So that I can save time on modelling the whole part again using the .stl file as a reference. Basically looking for a feature based part model that I can tweak to achieve my final required part.
Time is of the essence, hence I am looking for this option.
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I've never heard of such a software. Importing anything into cad, generally leaves you with one feature, the imported geometry itself. (several 'one body' features in the case of multibody imports, or more commonly, solids which don't import properly due to myriad reasons and import as one or many surfaces).
.STL geometry compounds the issue due to the facets.
On their best day, with the most basic geometry (plate with a hole, shaft with a groove), in a proper (non .stl) format, a cad package can do what you ask, but if the geometry is even a little bit complicated, forget it.
