Zigzag pattern on a matched object

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How can I create a zigzag pattern to the objects I matched on a point cloud.
My point is like this and I matched this object.
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What I am trying to do is create a zigzag pattern around this object with some offset around it. The “Generate Zigzag Path Around It” step acceps only 1D output.

I use mechvision 2.1 and Pro S camera

Thanks in advance

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Hi @tekinal,

Apologies for the delayed reply.

For generating a zigzag path around a matched 3D object, the built-in zigzag path Step expects a 1D profile input. Here are some suggestions:

  1. Extract the object surface first: After matching, use Steps to extract the surface boundary or contour as a profile that the zigzag Step can accept.

  2. Custom Script Step: Programmatically generate zigzag waypoints based on the matched object pose and bounding box for full control over offset, spacing, and pattern.

  3. Path Planning in Mech-Viz: Depending on your application (dispensing, welding, etc.), Mech-Viz may offer more flexible path planning options.

Could you share more about your application? This will help us recommend the best approach.

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