3-Step Efficient Workflow to Upload Geometry to cove.tool using a pre-built grasshopper script. The script has been rebuilt from the ground up for easier use, viewing geometry errors, and security improvements! Integrates with your Rhino/Grasshopper workflow directly to upload any building geometry for automated building performance analysis. Save time and effort by inviting team members to your cove.tool project and stay up-to-date on design decisions being made.
Version 4.1.0, 7/15/2022
Version 4.1.0 Updates!
Installation (Rhino 6, Rhino 7)
Download and run! You may need to install the latest version of IronPython found here: IronPython. Download the .msi installer and run. See here for a walkthrough: IronPython Step by step install
Installation (Rhino 5)
1. Download and install GhPython
2. Download and extract the latest version of the covetoolgrasshopper.zip to a location you will remember on your hard drive.
1. Troubleshooting the Grasshopper Plugin
2. Exporting Parametric Geometry with the Rhino/Grasshopper Plugin
Usage
1. Sign up for an account.
2. Create a new project.
3. Copy the URL address from the project page.
4. Fill out the project information details, and click the Save & Continue button to advance to the Building Geometry page (this is what the plugin will export).
5. Switch over to Rhino.
Usage - in Rhino:
1. Open your model and Grasshopper.
2. Open the cove_tool_grasshopper.gh file and follow the instructions in the definition.
3. Return to the Building Geometry page for your cove.tool project and refresh the page. The appropriate area fields will now be populated and you can select 3D Mode to continue with the next steps.
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