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seaUrchin

Grasshopper plugin · v0.0.1 · updated

Deprecated · no Rhino 8 buildNo release in over a year

seaUrchin is a plug-in harnessing the power of simple phyllotaxis algorithms to generate a diverse array of forms. This plug-in facilitates the creation of any of the species mentioned in this encyclopedia, and we encourage users to explore the development of additional species to expand the kingdom of the phyllotites. On a more technical note, the components of this plug-in enable the generation of a continuous and complex polyline, simplifying the translation into G-code for 3D printing purposes. Despite the intricacy of these polylines, the printing time and material utilization for all these species are highly efficient, thanks to their unique morphology. We trust you will enjoy utilizing this plug-in, discovering new possibilities, and bringing your creations to life through the printing process!

Install in RhinoDownload .yakOpen in directory
Total downloads
157
Recent downloads
+1 / week+7 in the last month
Latest version
v0.0.11/27/2024
Releases
1
First released
1/27/2024
Download size
106 KB
License
Not declared
Authors
Sophia Cabral, Churui (Una) Liu

Compatibility

Supported: WindowsSupported: MacSupported: Rhino 6Not supported: Rhino 7Not supported: Rhino 8Not supported: Rhino 9 (WIP)Not supported: Rhino pluginSupported: Grasshopper plugin
Keywords: animationfabricationmodelingphyllotaxis

How to install seaUrchin

  1. Click Install in Rhino to open Rhino's Package Manager with seaUrchin selected, or run _PackageManager inside Rhino and search for seaUrchin.
  2. Or install it from a terminal (assumes a default Rhino 6 installation):
    Windows (PowerShell)
    & "C:\Program Files\Rhino 6\System\Yak.exe" install seaUrchin
    macOS (Terminal)
    "/Applications/Rhino 6.app/Contents/Resources/bin/yak" install seaUrchin
  3. Or download the .yak file above and drag it onto an open Rhino window.

Restart Rhino once the install finishes.

Download trend

150 downloads on 2026-07-13 → 157 on 2026-10-07

seaUrchin version history

DateVersionBuildsDownloads
1/27/20240.0.1157

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