Parametric Array to create a pattern

[Anonymous]

I'm trying to create a parametric array of holes in a metal panel for a railing support. The panel need to flex in any direction, Does anyone know how to formulate this senario? Curtian Walls and Adaptive families don't appear to work either. Thanks!

[L.Maas]

Parametric array of voids that also have to flexis asking for trouble. The larger the arrays and the more voids you use will impact performance a great deal.

Have look if you can not simulate it with a material (and use detailing to describe the panel).

Do you have pictures or sketches'what the end result should look like?

[Anonymous]

Thanks for the reply Louis! I'm attaching a screen shot. You are right, a material would be easier. I'm just trying to get the right look of seeing thru the panel.

[L.Maas]

See thru? Can do with a material in realistic mode. From a farther distant could be more than sufficient. Quick example

Trying to create panel with arrayed holes that also constrain to an angle is a nightmare. I personally never could make it work (reliably)

Especially creating such panels in 'many' balsuster panels will bring Revit to a halt.

If I had to make something like this for my client I probably would put a single stair (or small area) in a separate project. Create one or more 'plates' with holes (just a generic family or so) and just stick them where I would need them, enough for some close-ups.

[Anonymous]

Wow! How did you do that? What material allows you to see thru it?

[L.Maas]

Just created one. Attached a panel with the material applied (Revit 2016)

[Anonymous]

I can not thank you enough for this.