Merging an array of paths to be used as a curve deformer I am trying to make an array of paths to create something like a repeating wave pattern. The final pattern will be very long and would be a pain to do manually. What I want to be able to do, is merge the array of paths together, so it can be used as a curve deformer for another array of objects. This picture shows a simplified version of the problem. Currently the array of objects ends at the end of my initial (pre-array modifier) path. I am guessing it is thinking of each path as a separate object, but I need it to behave as if it is just the one. I have tried using the merge option in the array modifier, as well as the weld modifier, but neither have worked. Any ideas how this could be achieved?
Unless the paths are connected (not just joined together in a single object) the array will not extend past the original curve.
Convert the curve to mesh, and then apply the array (making sure the merge option is enabled) that will give you a mesh with the shape of the arrayed curve.
Then convert the mesh back to curve and the other array should work as you want.