Paneling and geometry optimization of freeform envelopes with EvoluteTools PRO

Participants will be introduced to the principle of subdivision modeling and its generalisation (combining different global and local subdivision rules). We will have an in-depth look at mesh optimization and how it can be applied for construction aware design of panelisations. Throughout the whole workshop EvoluteTools PRO 2.0 for Rhino will be used by the attendees for hands-on examples and exercises. Participants can bring their own designs (freeform surfaces) to be panelised.

EvoluteTools PRO is an advanced Rhino Plugin providing access to powerful paneling and geometry optimization tools for freeform surfaces with a user friendly interface. Participants will receive a 15 day evaluation license of EvoluteTools PRO to further explore its capabilities.

Detailed timeline

• Introduction to subdivision modeling for designing panelisations (45 minutes)

• Introduction to mesh optimization (75 minutes)

• Showcasing analysis modes (30 minutes)

• Advanced constraint fitting (45minutes)

• In-depth mesh and polymesh editing, curve networks for double curved panels (45 minutes)

• Lunch break (60 minutes)

• Hands-on examples, panelising designs of participants or creating panelised designs from scratch (2 hours)

• Specific topics in mesh optimization (planar quad meshes, circle packing meshes) (60 minutes)

• Introduction to the EvoluteTools PRO RhinoScript interface (60 minutes)

  
  

For fees and registration please contact SimplyRhino UK.