Interference Checker

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Interference Checker - Documentation

Installation
1. Download the .zip file
2. Drag and drop the .zip into Blender's viewport
3. Click OK to install and enable

Interference Check
1. Add mesh objects to Base Geometry and Target Geometry lists
2. Select detection mode:
   - AABB (Fast): Quick bounding box check
   - BVH (Precise): Accurate mesh-level detection
   - Combined: AABB pre-filter + BVH precision
3. Click "Run Interference Check"
4. Click "Clear Overlay" to remove overlay without resetting lists
5. Click "Reset" to clear all

Proximity Check
1. Place 3D cursor at the area you want to inspect
2. Click "Put" to place IC_ProximityBox
3. Scale/move the box using Blender's standard tools (S/G)
4. Select Mode:
   - Clearance: Highlights faces below threshold in red
   - Fit: Highlights faces matching target value in green
5. Set Threshold (mm)
6. Click "Check Proximity"
7. Click "Clear Overlay" to remove heatmap

Tips
- Set the male-side geometry as Base Geometry for best results
- Keep IC_ProximityBox focused on the area of interest
- Increase subdivision level for improved accuracy
- Use Correction (mm) in Advanced settings to compensate for printer expansion

Known Limitations
- Boolean hole interiors may show reduced accuracy
- Proximity check accuracy improves with higher subdivision levels

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Details
Blender Extension Compatible Yes
Published 6 months ago
Blender Version 4.5
Extension Type Add-on
Render Engine Used Cycles, Eevee
License GPL