Karamba3D

In this tutorial, you will learn how to calculate a simple shell. This is a great tutorial for those who are taking their first step into Karamba3D. We will explore different cross sections, materials and load types applicable or shells. Lastly we will analyze the shells and take a look at the results that you can extract for shell elements.

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Presenter: Matthew Tam

In this video we showcase a Karamba3D native legend components which allows users to preview their Rhino viewport.

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Presenter: Sara Rodiqi

In this tutorial, you will learn how to calculate a simple beam example. This is a great tutorial for those who are taking their first step into Karamba3D. We will explore different cross sections, materials and load types. Lastly we will analyze the beams and take a look at the results that you can extract for beam elements.

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Presenter: Matthew Tam

In this video, we explore the Surface to Truss component, addressing common geometry issues you might encounter when using it. Additionally we look at Dynamic Relaxation, a feature that adapts the positions of the cells to maximize the truss angles.

If you want to learn more about the Surface to Truss component watch the introduction video here.

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Presenter: Sara Rodiqi

In this video, we demonstrate how to use the Line-Line Intersection component in Grasshopper. This tool enables the detection of intersection points between line geometries, even when the lines do not meet precisely.

* It is important to note that the component operates on linear segments meaning that when working with curves, it analyzes their polygonal approximations rather than the actual curves. As a result, in cases where the lines are slightly offset or the segmentation isn’t sufficiently fine, the component may fail to identify an intersection, as shown in Example 2.

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Presenter: Sara Rodiqi

In this video we give an introduction of the Surface to Truss component in Karamba3D which allows you to generate various truss geometries directly from surfaces. The outputs can be directly used with Create Linear Element and easily integrated into a structural model.

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Presenter: Sara Rodiqi

In this video, we go over frequently asked support-related questions and show you how to solve common warnings like missing or double supports.

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Presenter: Sara Rodiqi

In this video we demonstrate the new visibility features in the Model View component, available in the latest release. These updates allow users to control the display of specific model parts using various input types like Strings, Planes, Surfaces, and Volumes, making it easier to manage large and complex models.

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Presenter: Sara Rodiqi

In this video, we explore two components that can be used to debug Karamba3D models: Connected Parts and EigenModes. These tools are important for verifying the connectivity and stability of structural elements.

The Connected Parts component identifies connectivity between lines and meshes, ensuring the structural elements are properly linked. Meanwhile, the EigenModes component calculates the eigenvalues of the structure, providing insights into its stability and highlighting any improperly connected elements.

It detects parts of the structure that are disconnected both geometrically and in terms of force distribution.

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Presenter: Sara Rodiqi

In this video, we provide a walkthrough of the ReactionView component available in Karamba3D Version 3. The ReactionView component manages the visualization of reaction forces.

Link to TidBits #24 Shells and Beams.

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Presenter: Sara Rodiqi

In this video we present newly developed Grasshopper components created to facilitate the connection between Karamba3D and Speckle. The components streamlines the process of establishing seamless two-way data exchange between the platforms. In this guide, we will explore the key features of the components and demonstrate how to utilize them to enhance connectivity within your design workflow.

The speckle connector is only available for Karamba3D version 3.1.40918.

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Presenter: Sara Rodiqi

In this video we show you how to set up load case combinations in Version 3 of Karamba3D.

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Presenter: Matthew Tam

In this video we show you a quick preview of all the new features in Version 3. This includes:

– new Karamba3D Toolbar with unit settings
– Spanish User Interface
– adaptations to the Line To Beam, Mesh To Shell and Assemble Model components
– all new Load Combinations
– revamped Optimise Cross Section component
– additional Results components
– Export to SAF file format
– Surface To Truss component – a new utility

Further Videos will follow with more detail explanations of all the features

Download Karamba3D here, otherwise you can always update using the YAK Package Manager.

Presenter: Matthew Tam

In this video we show you how to implement a single objective optimization procedure to design a Truss using Karamba3D. Various parameters control the heights and position of the pitch to allow for quick design exploration. The procedure optimizes to reduce the maximum deflection of the structure.

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Presenter: Matthew Tam

In this video we show you how to use the Cross Section Optimization component in Karamba3D to optimize the sizes of your beams. The algorithm takes into account the cross sections load bearing capacity and optionally limits the maximum deflection of the structure.

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Presenter: Matthew Tam

In this video Daniel shows a parametric truss that is programmed in C#, called „TrussMaker“. With this tool, you can choose between the truss-types Pratt, Warren, K-Truss, and Vierendeel.

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Presenter: Daniel Prost