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      paulhankin
      last edited by

      I use obviously Sketchup, Rhino 3d, Autocad for all detailing of parts

      Must be able to Handle single groups, components , whole model

      Have options maybe to select the parts you want to produce elevations / drgs and produces seperate files for each element in the model or selection.

      There is so much you could do with this

      also a weight added option based on the volume of the item x mass index ie for steel would be volume x 7.85
      from this you could itemise each part say in the name of the component and it would produce a CSV file or excel sheet based
      on group name / id , gross length of part say and weight. it then could be exported to autocad or simply print for estimating purposes.

      i think the profile plugin already recognises the part from the selection menu. maybe with permission the profile plugin could be utilised to save time re-writing the code for steel selection of parts etc.

      Another element is developing intersections on tubes and the male female relationships of all cuts - thats for another time though i think!!
      I think if this was developed right it could give other programs a run for their money

      Paul

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        paulhankin
        last edited by

        just downloaded ortho views from smustard

        in the plugins folder it goes

        it doesnt do anthing when you press button on toolbar what is all this about

        Just brought it and i cant use it

        Paul

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          Dave R
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          Make a group or component of the model or at least select the group or component for which you want the ortho view. Select it and then click on the button.

          You'll wind up with something like this.


          http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4069/4714224652_8a6d04c242.jpg

          Wish I could have a pie and a pint.

          Etaoin Shrdlu

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          (THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE)

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            paulhankin
            last edited by

            Tried component / group everything and when i click on it nothing happens

            Thanks

            Paul

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              honoluludesktop
              last edited by

              I like what TIG is suggesting, especially if it can be applied to interior elevations, and scenes. Architects requirement are unique when it comes to sections, and interior elevations. Would be nice to get input from engineers of different disciplines.

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                Anssi
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                A simple solution might be to export two views: a wireframe view and a hidden-line view. Then you import the first into CAD, assign the dashed linetype of your choice to all the lines, and then import the hidden-line view and place it directly over the first one. If the excess lines worry you, you can use the "Overkill" feature in AutoCad (I think it is part of Express tools) to delete at least part of them.

                Anssi

                securi adversus homines, securi adversus deos rem difficillimam adsecuti sunt, ut illis ne voto quidem opus esset

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                  paulhankin
                  last edited by

                  @anssi said:

                  A simple solution might be to export two views: a wireframe view and a hidden-line view. Then you import the first into CAD, assign the dashed linetype of your choice to all the lines, and then import the hidden-line view and place it directly over the first one. If the excess lines worry you, you can use the "Overkill" feature in AutoCad (I think it is part of Express tools) to delete at least part of them.

                  Anssi

                  Thats not the point, i have already been doing this up til now and when you have 100s of single parts it becomes very time consuming.

                  The idea of this discussion is to find an automated way of exporting these elements and improving work flow.

                  NOt being funny just want to hit the nail on the head so we can find a solution to this weekness of Sketchup when it comes to final detailing of drawings.

                  Thanks

                  Paul

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                    TIG Moderator
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                    I'm on to it... β˜€

                    TIG

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                      dedmin
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                      @tig said:

                      I'm on to it... β˜€

                      πŸŽ‰ πŸŽ‰ πŸŽ‰

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                        paulhankin
                        last edited by

                        Circle / radius problem solution?

                        Faceted circles / Radi - When exported convert all circles to a high segment polygon,via a input box

                        Ie a circle that has 10 edges could be converted to a circle with 100 edges giving the appearance of a more precise circle
                        depending on the tolerance of a hole. and insert a cross hair in the centre to denote the centre of the circle of a standardised size say 5x5mm or an input box could include this feature to choose.

                        This then could have an option to convert all holes in model , voila problem sorted

                        obviously this would only work on flattened geometry for export to 2d cad cutting , say laser cutting

                        The segmented circles and radius could be put on a layer
                        the Centre mark could be put on another layer

                        Turn off the circles layer etc..

                        You could then use the centre mark as ref to redraw circles in autocad if required rather than use 3 point circle ( less accurate on faceted circles )

                        More control!

                        What do you think?

                        Thanks

                        Paul

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