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    yes! thanks Pixelcruncher, thanks for this so fastresolution, it works well

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    Hello everyone I’m an architect developing an advanced automated 3D workflow for reinforced concrete and building systems in SketchUp. My goal is to create a full BIM-capable plugin that allows users to: Automatically generate structural elements (footings, columns, beams, slabs, stairs) Automatically generate reinforcement (main bars, stirrups, distribution bars, landing reinforcement) for stairs and all RC elements with 1-click generation Integrate MEP components (pipes, ducts, HVAC, electrical) parametrically Perform automatic clash detection between structure and MEP Real-time multi-user collaboration via cloud (element-level locking, live updates) Calculate BOQ / cost estimation for both structural and MEP components Assign IFC tags for full BIM interoperability Why this plugin? SketchUp is fast and flexible, but currently semi-BIM and limited to structure only. Revit offers multi-discipline BIM and real-time collaboration, but is heavy and less intuitive for conceptual modeling. This plugin would bring Revit-like capabilities to SketchUp, combining speed, automation, and BIM-ready data. Technical Approach: Built on SketchUp Ruby API Parametric procedural modeling for RC + MEP GUI via UI::HtmlDialog for parameters and live preview Optional cloud sync and IFC export for collaboration and interoperability Who I’m looking for: SketchUp Ruby API developers interested in plugin creation Structural and MEP engineers familiar with rebar detailing and BIM workflow Collaborators for open-source or commercial development If you’re interested in discussing feasibility, collaborating, or contributing ideas, please reply here or contact me directly. Thank you for your time and consideration — JRVaz 3D (Architect / 3D Animation

  • Share your 3D visualisations with the community

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    Mike AmosM
    He is right though, something beyond "That which is seen".

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    update, I can right click on any of the grips that will bring up the tab dialog box, but the tab button shortcut does not work.

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    Vizcom [image: 1761959252623-cafenini004.jpg] [image: 1761959252657-cafenini005.jpg] [image: 1761959252683-cafenini006.jpg] [image: 1761959252705-cafenini007.jpg] [image: 1761959252718-cafenini008.jpg] [image: 1761959252737-cafenini001.jpg] [image: 1761959252755-cafenini002.jpg] [image: 1761959252774-cafenini003.jpg]

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    You got that far, extra cookie score +20.

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    Bonjour les gars, vôtre poste m'intéresse sérieusement et depuis le temps, vous avez des News sur l'exportation de plusieurs groupes de composants qui constitue un ouvrage sur Sketchup vers Tekla qui lui, ne reconnaît qu'un seul et unique composants.. Sinon, pour ma guise, connaissez vous une extension sketchup qui réalise le même regroupement et mise en page que Tekla ?
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    help needed with a push

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    Much appreciated thanks
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    How to model this curled up carpet?

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    Thanks Dave and Rich
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    How to save SU online model to my computer

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    Cheers Mate
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    MatSim not working after buying licence

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    Rich O BrienR
    You can also now license from directly within Sketchucation Tools using the Licensing Tab [image: 1759499507011-b63998e1-181d-4c5f-91ba-6d262d4c6185-image.png]
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    Projected texture or use map?

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    Thanks mate
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    Sketchucation login issues

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    @TIG okay I will try to understand and figure it out I guess. Thanks
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    Bug splats

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    Dave RD
    Every SketchUp release includes bug fixes. As Rich indicates it might be related to an extension. Are these Bug Splats you are experiencing a recent thing? Can you identify what change in your computer might have happened right before you started seeing the Bug Splats? Obviously SketchUp 2017 hasn't changed in 8 years. You could disable all of the extensions and see if you still get Bug Splats. If not, enable half of them and see if there's a change. If so it's probably one of those extensions. If not, enable half of the remaining ones and check again. It could also be related to graphics drivers or operating system updates. If that's the case rolling back to a version from before when the Bug Splats started would be the next step. What operating system are you using? Keep in mind that your computer is evolving out from under SketchUp 2017 Make. I presume you are using it as a hobbyist so it may not be a big deal that you have to deal with Bug Splats but for those who any software professionally, it's important to decide whether you are going to keep the applications updated to the supported operating system and other applications or if you're going to prevent the computer from getting updates in order to stick with the OS supported by the applications.
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    SU freezes

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    Hi It’s now doing the same thing on my new m2 Mac mini, have to save as , then able to carry on So frustrating
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    VEIL OVER SCENES

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    @Woodarc said in VEIL OVER SCENES: I had the axes in the wrong place and, in effect, was looking at the scenes from below ground level. FWIW, the "veil" wasn't due to the location of the axes. Just that the camera was below ground level and the style had ground displayed and Show ground from below turned on. The location of the the ground plane is fixed in the model space and not tied to the location of the axes. By default the axes are positioned such that red and green lie on the ground plane and cross at the origin. Moving the axes doesn't move the ground plane nor does it move the origin.
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    Guide point out of crossed lines

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    Meantime I've managed to find a plugin which solves the case - tomtom, tt_guide_tools-1.4.1, maybe it will be usefull for someone as well. However if you have any other ideas - please let me know.
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    How would model and texture this vase?

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    @Rich-O-Brien said in How would model and texture this vase?: Rub some talc on it first to dull reflections Really clever. Never thought about that.. The devil is in the details
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    Window aspect ratio

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    What's your typical FOV in SketchUp when modelling? That might be throwing you off. I use 35mm in my startup file. But if I'm modelling from reference and use AI to estimate the FOV of the reference image and go from there. Unless the image has explicit camera data I can get from properties.
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    Make Unique Texture giving weird results

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    @Rich-O-Brien said in Make Unique Texture giving weird results: Are you using the the Yellow pin to skew the image? That's UVW mapping which is not the same as your regular UV mapping which is purely 2D. If you skew an image in SketchUp you can introduce additional UV points so a plane with 4 verts could have 5 points when you view the UVs. [image: 1746549795145-7487ff2a-5f0f-4586-98bc-f32da2c43178-image.png] Hopefully this shows what I mean. I think if this type of mapping is where the issue may lie. Either its the new engine thats flaky or the destination app does not support UVW mapping. I could be wrong.....it has happened before....many many times. I don't use the coloured pins, I used the non "fixed pins". I think I understand how the UV mapping might get messed up when I first make the adjustments, but once the image is in place I simply "Make texture unique" and that used to resolve the issue.
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    Tiny house steps

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    Mike AmosM
    I agree that this form of construction would be for limited access housing. If you consider a small single bedroom home with no need for child or constant use, it looks sharp. I have a lot of use of yacht stair types in my small home designs and frankly see no problem with it. This could be considered as loft access and how many times does anyone access their loft? Just as those who tell me that, "In the USa, people box in their fridge freezer",,, I get it but, I do not live in the USA so, consider the value of a limited use product and how it might be of valkue WITH that limited access. My 1970 VW, had an engine that IS less than 100% environmentally friendly but, considering the additnional energy consumed by a new BEV, was at least as good over the whole life. If not better, considering the reduction in use of exotic metals.......
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    SU imported texture resolution

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    Thanks Rich
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    How can I model this?

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    I think what you want is like a variable pitch helix. The curve of the helix begins from a horizontal plane then begins the helix and at the top the pitch transitions to another horizontal plane. In Sketchup you'd have to mess with the line segments. I tried finding something in Blender and haven't found anything. I'm still a novice with that. It looks like Solidworks and Rhino can do something like that.
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    Dynamic multiple-paneled folding doors.

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    Hi, @Gus-R. How you doin'? Thanks for your answer. I've already watched most of Justin's material over dynamic objects, as well as many other developers'. His contents are very good and were a little elucidating for me, but, unfortunately, the solution to my problem doesn't lie there. Would you have any other recommendations?
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    Joint push pull

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    Dave RD
    @micagarbarini share the .skp file so we can see what you are working with.
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    Modelling in joints (express joints, tile joints, joinery joints)

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    Extruded texture

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    @Rich-O-Brien Thanks again Rich, I kind of remembered that but forgot about the right click ad was looking in the materials window for projected.

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