Hi,
A new project in Patchwork starts with an import, and some data preparation on the imported model. Some of these data preparation operations are always the same, and are very repetitive !
Why not automate it ??
With the python API available in Patchwork 3D, it is now possible to automate some of these operations.
In Patchwork 2022, a default implementation of optional automation is available. Just check the Post Import Options check box in the import dialog.
A new dialog opens at the end of the import operation :
You can choose to prepare lighting by computing a default sky lighting or activating the SSAO.
You can also choose to prepare your environment by creating a plane with a Matte material assigned in Matter, or by creating a dome with an environment material in Matter.
These options could evolve in future versions.
This window could also be customized for your own needs and processes :
- You have the same standard camera hierarchy in all your databases ? it can be generated
- You have the same standard organisation for aspect layers / configuration / material groups / […] in all your databases. It is also possible to generate it
- Materials could be assigned automatically to geometries using some naming conventions
- A lot of other automations are possible…
And you : what would you need to automate in your import process ?Tell us what you think about this.