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SliceModeler v1.3 released

Discussion in 'Other Sketchup related softwares/plugins' started by ssmeier, Mar 17, 2009.

  1. ssmeier

    ssmeier New Member

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    http://www.sketchucation.com/forums/scf ... 80&t=15313

    "by asteronimo on Sat Dec 27, 2008 11:10 am

    Based on TIG's Slicer script I wrote a plugin that slices a solid 3d model along 2 axes, f.i. an X- and a Z-axis.
    You can enter separate parameters for each axis. After the slices have been created it calculates the slots for each intersection which allow the cross sections to interlock in an open cell framework, like an egg crate. This process is used in rapid prototyping and can be used to create molds for casting or forming parts.

    These are sometimes called slicemodels or sliceforms.
    There is a nice book about this subject, "Surfaces: Explorations with Sliceforms" by John Sharp.

    The script can slice complex forms like a cone, a torus or a 'C' correctly.

    Tested with SU 6 on Mac OSX.

    Version history:
    1.0 - First working version based on TIG's Slicer script but without transforming the slots to flattened slices.
    1.1 - Solved bug in slot position calculation
    1.2 - Using additional slices (3 for each intersection) to calculate slot holes. Improved parameter dialog and transforming slots to flattened slices.
    1.3 - Discovered that text labels add size to to bounding box dimensions. Corrected text labeling. Corrected contour cutting. Slices now keep their attributed thickness. Improved code for slicing in Z-direction and spreading the flattened slices.

    IF YOU FIND THIS SCRIPT AT ALL USEFUL I'D WELCOME YOUR DONATION AT:
    http://www.public-art-international.com ... anguage/en
    (newer version can be found there)"

    -Steve
     
  2. kram242

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    ssmeier, Thank you so much for posting this I look forward to testing this script on the Phlatprinter.
    The fact that your Slice Modeler script "calculates the slots for each intersection which allow the cross sections to interlock in an open cell framework" is something have been looking for to do with the Phlatprinter and SketchUp. This script will fit in here perfectly thank you so much for posting I plan on using this script and posting the finished 3d model results. I can't wait to try it out :D thanks again
    Mark
     
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    Here's the .rb file so you don't need to go look for it.
    You can still use the data above to send him a donation. :) Attached files SliceModeler.rb (48.1 KB)Â
     
  4. kram242

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    Thanks Dorsal :)
    Mark
     
  5. kram242

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    Ok in about 2 min I had this!
    It works great thanks Steve


    I wish I would have had this when I was trying to make that deer :)
    Nice work and thank you for sharing
    Mark Attached files [​IMG]
     
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    Cool Mark!
    I see lots of cool possibilties with this plugin. Sure saves alot of time.
     
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    That is cool! Thanks for showing us ssmeier and Mark.
     
  8. kram242

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    Here's some more experimenting with this awesome program!


    [​IMG] Attached files [​IMG] [​IMG]
     
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    Practically made for the pp. Great news
     
  10. ssmeier

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    Just to clarify -

    I (ssmeier) did NOT write this plug-in.
    All thanks should go to asteronimo.

    -Steve
     
  11. kram242

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    Whoops, sorry about that! :oops:
    All the same thank you for sharing it with us here.
    I will update the announcements section
    Thank you
    Mark
     
  12. Mike Everman

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    That just about tears it. I've got to start playing with this! I use expensive software, but this is just phlat out cool. ha ha
     
  13. kram242

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    lol I hear what you are saying Mike. When I saw this one I was blown away too!
    I just love it.
    Mark
     
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    I've seen there is a version 1.4 somewhere... but can't find it anymore
     
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    I believe the 1.4 version requires a donation to get it.
     
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    where do you find this download been looking all over
     
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    roger2525, just go up to my first post earlier in this thread - it's right there.
     
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    Slice modeler V1.4 released (improve cut holes and other features ...). I have bought it on the web site of http://www.public-art-international.com ... cts_id/200 but impossible to download it. No answer from the website manager/owner ?? Strange .... :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry:

    Do someone use the 1.4 VERSION ????

    Bye,

    Pierre.
     
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    Here is the new version you guys are talking about just download and drop it into your Sketchup plug ins folder. Start Sketchup and it should show up under the plug ins drop down menu
    Have fun!

    Mark Attached files Slicer3.rb (26.4 KB)Â
     
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    Mark, is this posted the 1.4 version?

    The link to download the 1.4 script for free is down.

    Thanks in advance if someone could post it.

    Best.
     
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    Hi Ed,
    This is the latest on I know of from the creator (TIG I believe)
    It is version 3.1 its main difference from the old slicer is that it adds the corresponding notch holes for connecting the parts along two perpendicular axis.
    The older version would slice models along one axis to give you that stacked effect. I use both of them in my plug ins
    You can get them both here: viewtopic.php?f=103&t=95&start=0
    p.s. there may be a newer one and if I find it I will post it
    Hope this helps
    Mark
     
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    remains to be seen...
     
  24. tvcasualty

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    They are 2 separate plugins...
     
  25. gv71

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    How come it will ask to flatten the parts and sometimes not. I used the same model just changed the spacing between slices. Thanks for this great site Mark and Trish.

    Greg
     

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