Light Tube Maker


between Exterior mesh and Interior surface




This script creates an articulated light tube between an exterior and interior surface. The geometric rig takes into account each surface's normals at a point in relation to the point at the other end of the tube. The tube is built out to have an accordion middle with a light dome or intake grill on the exterior and a glass lens or intake grill on the interior.



Rendered Overview


Exterior Overview





Interior Overview





Lightwell Detail View





Air Intake/Exhaust Detail View







In Action


Moving the Tube around the Surface





Changing the overall size of the Tube





Changing the size of the Frames





Changing the size of the Cutting Volume







Script Overview