Introduction
Midas GH is a third-party application that connects the functionalities of Grasshopper, a parametric modeling software, with CIVIL NX, a civil structural analysis software, optimizing and enhancing the efficiency of both. This app leverages the API technology of CIVIL NX to facilitate seamless data transfer and integration between Grasshopper and CIVIL NX.
Key Features and Characteristics
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Automatic Node and Element Generation: Modeling data designed in Grasshopper can be directly transferred to CIVIL NX, automatically generating the necessary nodes and elements. When users modify the model, changes are detected in real-time, and new nodes and elements are regenerated to keep structural analysis data updated automatically.
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Automatic Number and Attribute Value Generation: It automatically generates numbers and attribute values for each element required by CIVIL NX. This reduces the tedious manual data entry and minimizes the risk of data input errors.
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Automatic API Body Completion: By componentizing various functions of CIVIL NX for structural analysis, users can generate the API Body automatically by simply entering the necessary parameter values. This allows users to perform structural analysis in CIVIL NX without needing to understand the complex API.
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Integration of Calculation and Data Management Functions: Functions not supported by CIVIL NX, such as calculations and data organization, can be easily implemented using Grasshopper components. Users can adjust parameter values and organize data without needing separate calculation programs by leveraging Grasshopper's various features.
Expected Benefits
Midas GH combines the strengths of Grasshopper and CIVIL NX, providing engineers in the field of civil structural analysis with a powerful tool. This allows engineers to perform modeling and structural analysis more efficiently and accurately, greatly improving the productivity and quality of the design process. This innovative third-party app simplifies complex structural analysis tasks and helps engineers work creatively and efficiently.