WCTC 2.2.1: Optimizing for Complexity
The video guides users through the practical process of optimizing a 3D asset in WorkLink Create, focusing on reducing part count for improved complexity. It covers the following topics:
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Introduction:
- Addressing the scenario of suboptimal numbers—2 million triangles and 2,000 parts.
- Introducing the optimization process in the 3D Asset Optimizer in WorkLink Create.
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Accessing 3D Asset Optimizer:
- Opening the 3D Asset Optimizer window from the dropdown menu in WorkLink Create.
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Optimization Options:
- Initiating optimization for a specific asset, e.g., a battery box.
- Choosing between source file mathematical CAD or tessellated version (initial source file).
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Naming and Tabs:
- Naming the optimized version (e.g., "battery_box_optimized").
- Two tabs: Simple (low, medium, high complexity) and Advanced (specific commands).
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Advanced Optimization Commands:
- Exploring the advanced tab for detailed optimization.
- Starting with optimizing for part count (complexity).
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Object Count Reduction:
- Adding specific operations in the advanced tab.
- Choosing "Object Count Reduction" category for complexity optimization.
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Merge Nodes Commands:
- Two common commands: Merge nodes at final hierarchy level and Merge Parts.
- Understanding hierarchy levels in the CAD structure.
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Hierarchy Levels Explanation:
- Explanation of hierarchy levels using the example of a battery box.
- Demonstrating how the "Merge Nodes at Final Hierarchy Level" command works.
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Merge Parts Command:
- Overview of the "Merge Parts" command for more targeted part merging.
- Manually selecting specific nodes or sub-assemblies for merging.
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Optimization Process:
- Demonstrating the process of running a "Merge Nodes at Final Hierarchy Level" command.
- Showing the processing status and the completion of the optimization.