Posts made by facer

Medeek,
Good to see you are getting into the "nuts and bolts" of trusses.

Suggestions:
Most structural items will require "computations and sign off" by a registered
Engineer here in Australia and NZ.

I would suggest having a "simple truss or hide detail" option that will just show the
design intent.

Hence:

1. The architectural designer can show just the "simple layout" for design development.
2. The architectural designer can then show "detail where required" as in design development and final sign off with the client and relevant consultants.

More Graphics Please
Where possible add symbols and graphics to aid the user in data input.
Also, suggest breaking up data input into logical "sets" or "common areas for easier input"

At present your "data input menus" are a long list of items that does not suggest
on first viewing the "logic for data entry".

Keep up the good work and have a great Xmas-New Year.

Please use "Google Translate" to English for postings
which will make postings "more user friendly" for English speaking members.

Posting above by juju - using Google Translate:

*If I remember correctly Medeek is working on something similar to "housebuilder" to complete his "truss" module.

If one of the above answers does not make sense, blame Google Translate*

Sketchfab Model of

St_Mary_Star_of_the_Sea_01 "work in progress"

https://skfb.ly/QKBO

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irisVR - Prospect
Postby facer » Fri Sep 02, 2016 2:55 pm

irisVR Prospect

irisVR is an American startup based in New York
that is producing impressive software for VR viewing.
irisVR is excellent software for VR viewing that appears more advanced than SketchFab and qrVR.

The main software called Prospect is in Beta but functioning well.
There has been no indication of costs or plans to date.
It can be used now for free.
Note the required computer specifications for
operating the software is high.

https://www.irisvr.com/prospect

Try a Test Run at your VR Gaming Parlour
The VR viewers are expensive so I suggest contacting
your local VR Gaming Parlour and see if you can use it there
If you are interested in what is the likely impact of VR
on the practice of architecture focus on checking out
irisVR Prospect.
Definitely, view it in a VR Gaming Parlour with a
minimum 3m x 3m x 2.7m height box set up.
(see ThatVRJoint.com who are in Melbourne Australia noted below)

irisVR Scope
https://www.irisvr.com/scopeS
Render stereo panoramas and upload them to your account.
Log in to view and share VR panoramas on any compatible mobile device.
Iris Scope works with both iOS and Android devices in the Google Cardboard.
Many leading rendering engines support the Iris Scope format,
including V-Ray and Octane Render.

irisVR Prospect
https://www.irisvr.com/prospect
EXPLORE 3D MODELS IN VR
Prospect installs plugins that enable you to send your files directly into VR.

video for Prospect:
IrisVR Prospect Features on HTC Vive & Oculus Rift
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Fzxu3hkuXo

My Views and experiences with Prospect.
I have looked at a VR house model in a cardboard viewer
and recently irisVR Prospect using HTC Vive goggles.
The viewing cubicle was 4m x 4m x 3m ht.

Courtesy of the "ThatVRJoint" in Melbourne I trialled the software.
https://www.thatvrjoint.com

The VR cubicle was set for 1:1 scale so it appeared that I was actual in the kitchen and then
the bathroom. It was as though I was in the real rooms of the house. The only clue that it was not real
was the washed out effect of the walls and the pale colours and materials.

However, the effect was truly amazing and I believe this phase in architectural visualization
will be a "quantum" leap. This exponential change is only just beginning.
I can not wait to see what the following months bring as the software is refined and improved.

Medeek,
I am curious about the "white" membrane, is there to be a concrete slab poured?
If so what was the construction sequence?
If it is a moisture barrier how is it protected?

A few suggestions for improvement:

1. ORBIT VIEW should be a stand alone function outside of SCENES.
   It is a valuable tool that can be used often. At present, it is "LOST" in SCENES
   for those users that are not aware of its existence.

2. Sunlight should be noted by its geographic location, is it for Northern or Southern Hemispheres?
   A NORTH arrow would assist in checking of the plan against that which is showing.
   Often the user will forget to show this on their plan. Option to SHOW or HIDE NORTH ARROW
   would be helpful.

3. Suggest a simpler Font Style for naming Scenes. Current font is not "elegant or gives the look
   of quality" Arial is a safe font to use.

4. LIGHTS should have the option to increase intensity.
   The current COLOUR selection is too hard to use, try to use simpler bar sliders with better
   control.

5. SECTION SLIDERS - Is it possible to set AXIS for a specific building's orientation rather than
   the AXIS of the PROJECT?

All in all, a very good WebGL Viewer which has the potential to be better.

Thank you T2H for your work!

Crawl Space - Access
Suggest an "access opening" in the stud spacing for any future inspection or maintenance.
Centre location would be logical, miss one stud and design support for floor joist.

Medeek,

What function do the Bracket - Fixings shown in attached jpeg serve?

I assume they are Simpson Strong-Tie HDU2-SDS2.5 (as noted in your Skp model - entity info)
but why so far from the bottom plate - bolts to be added later or in situ?

Good work, keep them coming

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Nathaniel,
I support the other posts but would not go as far as saying "naughty".

Within a 24 hr period a lot of downloads could have occurred.
Now you will have a group of users that may be out of step.
Not Good!

Best to keep to the rule of:
ANY CHANGE THAT IS ISSUED REQUIRES A NEW NUMBER DESIGNATION.

Having said that "Keep Going" you are on a roll.
I look forward to your "Manual" which could be released as a "Beta"
so you get feedback on how it is received.

Meedek (Nathaniel),

Glad to help, you are doing a great job.
I and your supporters benefit by assisting you to:

1. get the message out about your plugins
2. offer encouragement and aid to you where practicable
3. suggest ideas for improvement.

In regard the use of the 3D WebGL viewer.
I suggest this message should be repeated by yourself say every 3 months.
The reason is new viewers will most likely not be aware.

I have been downloading plugins etc for over 5 years and never realized the 3D Viewer was there.
I only became aware of it when we discussed the use of Kubity (now qrVR) to complement
your postings.

Kubity offers a smoother and more varied look at your models but has the drawback of not
currently having the option of showing lines. I think for your really complex models that
show "everything" Kubity (qrVR) offers added benefits. This will of course
increase in its applications of using Tour (scenes) and Walk (walk through) for PC.
(available now for i-phones, i-pads and tablets.

%(#4000FF)[Quote from Kubity discussion on SketchUcation:
( Walk & Tour are already available on mobile, on the web it's going to be available at the end of the month.(July))
http://sketchucation.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=400%26amp;t=65308%26amp;p=599582#p599582]

Just a reminder that the manual, tutorials etc are important.
Perhaps there is a way of enlisting the SketchUcation Community to assist
in return for "free Medeek plugins". Many hands make light work or it
can turn into a "bloody shambles" with more effort trying to "herd the cats"!
Just a thought bubble
If you want to discuss this further just send me a PM.

All the best in making your plugins financial winners!
You have already gained by making the "Medeek" name known.

View Medeek skp models in 3D Viewer

When viewing plugin at given link such as
https://3dwarehouse.sketchup.com/model.XXXXXX
you can activate the 3D WebGL Viewer to inspect the 3D Model.

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View Medeek skp models in 3D Viewer

When viewing plugin at given link such as
https://3dwarehouse.sketchup.com/model.XXXXXX
you can activate the 3D WebGL Viewer to inspect the 3D Model.

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Dormer Framing - Ceiling option

The attached image from:

Canadian Wood-Frame House Construction p. 148
http://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/odpub/pdf/61010.pdf

shows ceiling for a flat section option. (ideal for services as electrical and other)

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Internal view:
Views will be available for Kubity in few weeks

Crows Beak picture attached for clarity of term used.

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Medeek,

I put your question to the Kubity forum on:
http://sketchucation.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=400%26amp;t=65244%26amp;p=598242#p598242

Discussion can be viewed here:
http://sketchucation.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=400%26amp;t=65244%26amp;p=598268#p598268

No definitive answer yet.

Medeek,
A 3D Kubity model may help viewers explore your 3D Models
(refer to private PM note)

https://www.kubity.com/p/tWg5zg

[kubity:2u0sejcq]tWg5zg[/kubity:2u0sejcq]

Searched:
LINK 1
"https://plus.google.com/+ChristinaEneroth/posts"

latest post in Google plus was selected and WORKS:

LINK 2
"https://plus.google.com/+ChristinaEneroth/posts/J182prPzNhs?pid=6293120779793843890&oid=110985781685543511443"

When the above ACTIVE link(S) without parenthesis are selected from this post they DO NOT WORK.

TO VIEW
Copy and past LINK 2 inside parenthesis to your browser (I am using Google Chrome) and the link should work, works for me.

Why the above ACTIVE LINKS do not work from this post I do not know, anyone know?

Following note on the listed website below gives expected availability:

http://profilebuilder4sketchup.com/profile-builder-2-1-released/

For Extension Warehouse Licensed Users: Upgrading to 2.1 is FREE!
Please upgrade to 2.1 using the Extension Warehouse
once version 2.1 is available (expected by May 13th)

Also note that version 2.1 will be available for SketchUp 2016 only.

Didier Bur,
Looking good with new features!
Very comprehensive.

Medeek,
Menu works fine.

Do you have a "reset" to return to original values?

The "Max Truss Height" I assume is the red dashed line in the diagram.
To add clarity would a small red dash line after the menu text help?

Seems you are enjoying yourself, keep up the good work.