The Basket Command facilitates the rapid design of a customized basket for any gemstone. The command is accessed through a single tab, which is divided into two main areas: Prongs Parameters and Rails Parameters.
The Basket command is designed to quickly and efficiently create a customized basket setting for any gemstone. It features a single tab divided into two main sections: Prongs Parameters and Rails Parameters.
Start by selecting one of the basket designs available in the RhinoArtisan gallery, or if you prefer to modify the existing design, click the pen icon to enter editing mode. Clicking the edit button will open the command panel for this tool in the Artisan panel, allowing you to customize the basket to your specifications.
Prongs Parameters
In the Prongs Parameters section, you have comprehensive control over the design and placement of the prongs:
Prong Distribution: Choose how the prongs are arranged around the gemstone.
Prong Section: Select the shape of the prongs. You can choose between a circular section or a custom shape defined by curves in your assets, which can be edited to fit your design needs.
Prong Dimensions: Adjust the diameter of the prongs at both the top and bottom, and set the height of the prongs.
Gem Inside: Define how much of the gemstone is covered by the prongs to ensure a secure fit.
Over Girdle: Control the height of the prongs relative to the girdle of the gemstone. This parameter also adjusts the portion of the prong that will extend into the lower rail.
Prong Rotation: Adjust the rotation of the prong section as needed.
Expansion for Manufacturing: If you switch from Rendering mode to Manufacturing mode in the Outliner panel, this feature adds extra length to the prongs to accommodate for adjustments during the manufacturing process. So you can develop the basket to be shown to your customers and with just a click you will get it ready for production.
Prong Style: Choose whether the prongs should be straight or bent. The curvature is determined by the diameter of the lower rail and the gemstone's girdle.
Post Support: Add support for an earring post, if required. You can control the width and thickness of the post support.
Rails Parameters
Goldsmith Tip: To achieve a cleaner, more aesthetically pleasing design, ensure that the upper rail is not visible from the top view. By positioning it so that it is hidden behind the stone, you will create a more refined appearance, allowing the focus to remain solely on the gemstone held securely by the prongs.
In the Rails Parameters section, customize the upper and lower rails:
Rail Section: Define the shape of the rails, similar to the prongs, with options for circular or custom sections.
Rail Position and Diameter: Adjust the position and diameter of the rails using a slider for precise control.
Rail Rotation: Rotate the rail sections if necessary to fit your design specifications.
This element is editable, meaning it can be modified anytime.
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