3D Truss Models

medeek · 26 Nov 2022, 00:29

Version 3.1.9 - 11.25.2022

Enabled subtractive geometry for all shed rafter roofs.

medeek · 28 Nov 2022, 18:56

Version 3.2.0 - 11.28.2022

Fixed a minor bug with the roof cladding thickness parameter when the materials option is toggled off.

Strange that I never noticed this bug before but I guess most of us turn on the materials option so that is probably why no one ever really noticed. I highly recommend turning on the materials options to get the full bang for your buck out of the plugin but in the rare chance you don't want to this bug fix will take care of the previous issue reported above.

medeek · 4 Jan 2023, 14:15

Version 3.2.1 - 01.04.2024

Updated and adjusted the logging function and auto-update functions.

medeek · 12 Jan 2023, 23:54

Version 3.2.2 - 01.11.2023

Enabled layer control integration with the Medeek Project extension.
Moved the Medeek Tools module to the Medeek Project extension.

medeek · 6 Feb 2023, 10:03

Version 3.2.3 - 02.06.2023

Fixed an infinite loop bug for (full) roof returns on truss roofs.
Updated the subtract feature to include roof return rafters and gutter downspouts for truss roofs.

medeek · 10 Feb 2023, 06:01

Version 3.2.4 - 02.09.2023

Enabled subtractive geometry for all complex rafter roofs.
Updated the subtract feature to include gutter downspouts for all rafter roofs.

medeek · 4 Mar 2023, 09:53

!!!! BUG ALERT - SKETCHUP 2023 !!!!

I've just identified an issue with the Truss plugin and the current release of SU 2023.

Many of the tools within the Truss plugin still use the UI.inputbox module for simple menus, see example below:

If you notice that this type of menu appears (not an HTML menu) then press alt-tab which will then require you to refocus on the menu with your mouse and will also allow it to function correctly.

I don't know all of the details however it appears that the backend framework has extensively changed and in the process a few focus bugs have slipped through and need to be ironed out with SU 2023. See status and more details at the thread below:

SketchUp 2023 - changes to UI.inputbox focus?

Question for the proper coders: A case of three ruby plugins; a plugin with a floating quad menu with my most-used commands - pressing items launches other plugins. a plugin that directly launches a UI.inputbox a plug…

SketchUp Community (forums.sketchup.com)

For now I would recommend staying with SU 2022 if you extensively use SketchUp combined with the Truss and Foundation plugins. However the alt-tab work around should also keep you up and running if you have already migrated to SU 2023.

I am hoping that minor update will be forthcoming in the near future from SketchUp, which will save me from having to rewrite a significant amount of code and pull me away from the Floor plugin development. If the bug is not fixed I will proceed to switch all remaining menus in the Truss and Foundation plugins to HTML dialog type menus, that process could take upwards of two to three weeks.

medeek · 17 Jun 2023, 07:12

Version 3.2.5 - 06.17.2023

Enabled a gable wall cut for attic trusses.
Enabled a feature to selectively remove specific trusses from an attic truss assembly.

After making the tutorial video for the inclined walls yesterday it quickly became apparent to me that the features for dealing with attic trusses and their implementation are wholly inadequate.

The gable cut allows for one to then insert a hip wall into the opening created by the attic truss, which then further allows for windows and doors being inserted into the gable end of an attic truss.

When dormers are added to an attic truss as shown it is usually necessary to remove certain trusses that conflict with these dormers and then ladder framing is added to bridge the gap created. The selective truss removal feature will now allow for the removal of any specific number of trusses in a attic truss assembly. However note that it does not automatically insert any of the ladder framing for the roof or floor of the attic.

I will probably create a tutorial video explaining both of these features in more detail in the next couple of days.

gullfo · 17 Jun 2023, 13:51

one consideration - a "half truss" for the section we're removing trusses - as the opposite roof section will still need a rafter at least, and potentially a cross-tie into the ridge beam on the doghouse?

medeek · 17 Jun 2023, 19:24

Tutorial 21: Attic Trusses (14:26 min.)

A brief overview and demo of the Gable Wall Cut option and the selective truss removal feature.

medeek · 22 Jun 2023, 18:31

Version 3.2.6 - 06.22.2023

Enabled the "Edit Truss Assembly" function for all gambrel attic trusses.
Enabled a gable wall cut for gambrel attic trusses.
Enabled a feature to selectively remove specific trusses from gambrel attic truss assemblies.

There are still a number of advanced options that need to be completed for this truss type, namely soffit and fascia need to be added.

The ability to edit this truss type is a fairly significant upgrade.

gullfo · 22 Jun 2023, 23:16

more thoughts on this - if you divide the trusses into parts - parta = main remaining assembly after section removal, part b = the vert roof (in this example), and part c = "flat roof" (in this example). and flip the truss (if possible) so only part of it needs to be componentized.

then you would have the trusses partly available for roof sections which would not have openings. the rest of the opening geometry would have to be manually assembled as part of adding the doghouse, access door etc.

medeek · 26 Jun 2023, 23:54

Version 3.2.7 - 06.26.2023

Fixed a bug with the truss removal feature.
Enabled a feature to selectively remove specific trusses from common and monopitch truss assemblies.

medeek · 29 Jun 2023, 03:29

Version 3.2.7b - 06.28.2023

Fixed a minor bug with the truss removal feature for all truss types.

*Note: This is a critical bug fix for common, monopitch, attic and gambrel attic trusses.

medeek · 5 Jul 2023, 08:13

Version 3.2.8 - 07.05.2023

Enabled a ridge centering option for asymmetric gable rafter roofs.
Enabled a ridge centering option for asymmetric hip rafter roofs.

I think the non-centered ridge is the more correct of the two, but if you do want the centered ridge then it is also an option.

medeek · 6 Jul 2023, 20:52

Tutorial 22: Asymmetric Roof Framing (8:17 min.)

Centered vs. Non-centered ridges for asymmetric rafter roofs.

medeek · 11 Jul 2023, 05:52

Tutorial 23: Licensing and Upgrades (11:59 min.)

medeek · 8 Aug 2023, 04:05

Tutorial 24: Complex Roof Discussion and Limitations (10:43 min.)

medeek · 29 Aug 2023, 01:16

Version 3.2.9 - 08.28.2023
Fixed a critical bug with the truss removal feature for truss sets.

!!!! CRITICAL BUG FIX !!!!
I highly recommend upgrading from versions 3.2.7 and 3.2.8.

medeek · 29 Aug 2023, 19:51

Version 3.2.9b - 08.28.2023 thru 08.29.2023

Fixed a critical bug with the hip rafter roof module.

Unfortunately I never noticed this error/bug because I usually test the plugin with the advanced options turned on automatically. If the advanced options are turned off and a hip roof is attempted and error will be thrown. This bug fix addresses that issue. I highly recommend upgrading to this latest version.