Mesh with constant thickness

[gaba]

Whenever I model terrain, I dream of an additional feature that would be useful, e.g. for convenient cutting of roads, various surfaces (etc.) in the terrain mesh, so that it would then also be visible in cross-sections (e.g. by using SEO operations). This is a mesh of a given thickness: 

[ricarc]

I agree with you. 

 

[marco conti]

Yes, really usefull, constant thickness and use with composite structure!!!

[4hotshoes]

I would love it if Graphisoft could include the plug-in LAND4 Archicad. It is amazing for site plans and modeling. I worked with the developer and offered USA site data to work in US units and data. They have developed a V.2 that does this. Unfortunately, I have no current need for the app. But you could import survey data, and it would build a very good contour model. You can easily add roads and walks on a slope, and it will adjust the contours for you. Building elevations will show the 2D line of the intersecting contours. It is super easy to learn and work with. Also, you can convert the 3D site model to a Mesh and back again with a click. The development team was very personable and wanted to be helpful. It's not expensive for a one-year license ($630) that floats on a network.

https://www.land4cad.com/land4-for-archicad/

[iggiv]

I may have posted a similar request on another forum. In addition to having an option for consistent thickness, adding a composite profile would add even more value to this request.

Currently, I can create slabs with composite layers, which works well for interior areas where I separate the structural slab from the surface finish. However, the inability to slope slabs presents a challenge for exterior traffic circulation.

If we could create meshes with profiles with consistence thickness, it would allow for more accurate modeling of roads, sidewalks, and parking areas with the proper slopes and levels, based on the site’s topography. The railing tool could then be used to form curbs along the edges. Additionally, a consistent mesh thickness would make it easier to calculate backfill and excavation volumes, while section views would display the correct composite material layers.