We have recently started work on a new project which requires us to model some purlins onto a curved roof surface.
Revit purlins curved roof.
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This presented a bit of a problem because as far as i know and from other comments i read on the forums this can t be handled by revit.
Quick demo of having purlins follow the curve of a roof.
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What would be the best way to add purlins running the length on top of these glulam frames.
This is the method that should be used once the roof geometry design is finalised and not likely to change again.
The purlins would be square to the roof slope bottom edge same as top edge slope of glulam frames.
The simplest way to create a beam that attaches itself and follows the curve of a roof above is by using the beam draw tools.
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Purlins following curved roof.
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