Yuan Xiang

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Module 8 - Make Your Pitch
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Automated Grid and Structure Generation Tool Based on Dynamo

Intended users

Architects;

Structural engineers;

BIM professionals.

Need you’re trying to provide a solution or support for

In architectural design and construction, it is crucial to generate design grids and the associated structures quickly and accurately. Manually creating these grids and structures is time-consuming and prone to errors. Traditional methods often fail to meet the high demands for efficiency and precision in modern architectural design. Therefore, there is a need for a tool that can automate the generation of grids and the associated structures to streamline the design process and improve work efficiency.

Inputs

  • Design Parameters: Including building dimensions, number of floors, grid spacing, etc.
  • User Custom Settings: Users can customize grid and structure parameters according to specific requirements.
  • Types of Structures: Specifications for different types of structures such as walls, columns, slabs, and beams.

Underlying logic of the model you’ll implement

  • Based on the user’s input parameters, the tool automatically generates a grid that meets design requirements, serving as the foundation for subsequent design work.
  • Automatically generates walls, columns, slabs, and beams on the generated grid. The tool creates these structures based on predefined rules and parameters, ensuring consistency and compliance with standards.
  • Users can adjust design parameters in real-time within Dynamo, and the tool will instantly update the grid and structures, offering flexibility for design optimization.

Outputs

A two-dimensional grid and a detailed building structural model that includes walls, columns, slabs, and beams.

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