Andr

Seems like I'm always using the Labs Attribute Normalize node in my HDAs, but I'm not really fond of the idea of releasing them with a dependency on an external package, like the Labs Toolset in this case.

Does anyone else run into this?
Also, I'm curious which Labs Tools you guys think should make it into the main app?


cheers

Congratulations to all the entrants! I've noticed many little gems being shared with the community

UPDATE: Last-Minute Bug Alert, please check the footnote at the end



AUTO FIX INTERSECTIONS HDA

This node identifies self-intersecting areas in a geometry or a set of UVs, selectively applying a blur operation only to the problematic primitives to preserve the overall shape.

HOW IT WORKS:
The process operates iteratively within a feedback loop. If an iteration results in no improvement, the next one increases the blur intensity and expands the blurred area around the intersections, all based on user-defined parameters.

NOTABLE FEATURES:

• Faster Detection Mode: Offers a multithreaded and approximate approach for detecting intersections.
  
• Progressive Workflow with Custom Iteration Caching: A time saving feature, enhances the traditional Feedback Loop system in Houdini.
  
• Dynamic Report and UI: As depicted in the attached image, it provides visual feedback throughout the progressive workflow.
  
• Various Intersection Visualization Modes: Assists in identifying in the viewport even the smallest self-intersecting primitives.
  

DEPENDENCIES:

1. Xpolys Fast Detection HDA - included in the zip file. Ensure its installation alongside the main HDA.
   
2. SideFX Labs Attribute Normalize Float
   

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Important Note: Last-Minute Bug Alert
Users of Hou 20.0.547 on Windows 11, please be aware of a potential issue when directly opening 'autofix_intersections_examples.hiplc' or any other project files containing the AutoFix Intersections HDA. You may encounter the following error, which results in the HDA loading without any parameters:
"oplib:/adn.H20TAC::Sop/auto_fix_intersections::0.03?adn.H20TAC::Sop/auto_fix_intersections::0.03 Error(11): error binding handle sidefx_hud_button because it doesn't exist."
WORKAROUND:
To avoid this problem, first launch a blank Houdini session. Then, open 'autofix_intersections_examples.hiplc' from the File Menu.
This method should allow you to use the HDA without encountering the error.