How do I make indestructible parts in sketchyphysics?
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Hello, I'm using Sketchup Make version 14.1.1282 and sketchyphysics 3.5.6. I have a problem that my models always break apart when subjected to minimal stress. For example, I followed this example video for making a link-chain in sketchyphysics. In the video, the author duplicates the chain links 21 times, plays the animation, and the chain falls and bounces as it should. I had the same positive result. BUT, when I instead duplicate the links more that 21 times, say 25 times, the chain breaks into segments before it hits the bottom of its travel. I suspect this is why the author of that video stopped at the odd number 21; to show a successful test.
In real life, there is no way that chain would break as shown. I need to make animations that show all the physics, but do not break apart. Is there any way to turn off parts breakage? I see no option for it. I have tried increasing density, but this does not get me where I need to be. I need to disable breakage entirely, and make "ideal" or "perfect world" parts. is it possible? how?
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No ideas? If what I'm asking is impossible, that is also good to know. I would like to know that.
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I'm no expert but, just as you can't copy joints and expect them to work, perhaps there is a limit to the number of times you can drag a copy. Why not try a smaller number of links, then copy that entire length rather than just to last 2 links or so. You might have to change your model status to 'compound 2'. As I said, I'm no expert.
Edit. make sure your individual links are solid.
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