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## [RRC connects, but functions don't work](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/rrc-connects-but-functions-dont-work/1115)

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**Author:** [@MahsaRbi](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/MahsaRbi)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 7:14pm UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/rrc-connects-but-functions-dont-work/1115 "2026-09-22T19:14:45Z")

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Hi everyone, RRC connects, but functions that move or read robot joints don’t work. In other words, as you see in the screenshots, after RRC connects, the commands run without error, but the robot doesn’t move or doesn’…

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## [COMPAS Roadmap & mission control dashboard](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/compas-roadmap-mission-control-dashboard/1114)

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**Author:** [@gonzalocasas](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/gonzalocasas)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 19, 2026, 7:24am UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/compas-roadmap-mission-control-dashboard/1114 "2026-08-19T07:24:29Z")

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We’ve finally put together a unified visual representation of the COMPAS roadmap, as well as a dashboard to navigate the ecosystem, see dependencies, and what not. Roadmap Link: COMPAS Mission Control - Roadmap We’…

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## [Is compas\_plotters gone for realz?](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/is-compas-plotters-gone-for-realz/1110)

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**Author:** [@arpastrana](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/arpastrana)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [August 7, 2026, 3:11pm UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/is-compas-plotters-gone-for-realz/1110 "2026-08-07T15:11:51Z")

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Hello COMPAS friends. I know I’m late to the party, but what happened to the Plotter and the compas\_plotters package!? I’m migrating my codebase to version 2.15 and I find that good ol’ matplotlib and company are silent…

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## [Native ROS2 on Compas](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/native-ros2-on-compas/1108)

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**Author:** [@p.devadass](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/p.devadass)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [August 5, 2026, 12:33pm UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/native-ros2-on-compas/1108 "2026-08-05T12:33:14Z")

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Is there a native ROS2 support on compas? We are very keen to use compas. Please let us know. Many thanks.

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## [COMPAS Forge: A high-performance Rust extension for geometry validation, mesh repair, and assembly clearance](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/compas-forge-a-high-performance-rust-extension-for-geometry-validation-mesh-repair-and-assembly-clearance/1112)

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**Author:** [@mohammad\_amin](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/mohammad_amin)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 6, 2026, 8:27am UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/compas-forge-a-high-performance-rust-extension-for-geometry-validation-mesh-repair-and-assembly-clearance/1112 "2026-07-06T08:27:37Z")

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Hi everyone, I’d like to share an open-source project I’ve been developing for the COMPAS ecosystem: COMPAS Forge. While working on computational design, digital fabrication, and robotic assembly workflows, I freque…

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## [Struggling with Rhino 8 / grasshopper COMPAS functions](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/struggling-with-rhino-8-grasshopper-compas-functions/1111)

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**Author:** [@timber](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/timber)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 30, 2026, 5:54pm UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/struggling-with-rhino-8-grasshopper-compas-functions/1111 "2026-06-30T17:54:34Z")

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Hello, Im working in grasshopper with rhino 8, trying to figure out how to utilize compas’ BTLx features. For starters, while some of the compas test files work for me, the btlx one does not. Most of the components are …

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## [🚀 COMPAS DEV Day schedule is live! May 19th, 9:00 at ETH Zurich, Hönggerberg, ITA](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/compas-dev-day-schedule-is-live-may-19th-9-00-at-eth-zurich-honggerberg-ita/1099)

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**Author:** [@gonzalocasas](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/gonzalocasas)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 12, 2026, 4:31am UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/compas-dev-day-schedule-is-live-may-19th-9-00-at-eth-zurich-honggerberg-ita/1099 "2026-05-12T04:31:14Z")

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We’re hosting the next COMPAS DEV Day on May 19th 9:00-12:30 at ETH Zurich, ITA!! DEV Day is the time of the year in which we meetup to share ideas, demos, and ongoing work around the COMPAS ecosystem. The event takes …

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## [cant find rhinovault2 in packagemanger](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/cant-find-rhinovault2-in-packagemanger/1105)

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**Author:** [@Superaceno1](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/Superaceno1)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 9, 2026, 11:23am UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/cant-find-rhinovault2-in-packagemanger/1105 "2026-05-09T11:23:18Z")

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Here is my rhino version. (8.25.25314.11001,2025-11-10) When I search RhinoVAULT in packagemanger,nothing happend. please help me ,or are there any other ways to let me load the plugin

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## [🗓️ Call for talks and demos! COMPAS Dev Day (May 19th, ETH Zurich & Online)](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/call-for-talks-and-demos-compas-dev-day-may-19th-eth-zurich-online/1088)

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**Author:** [@gonzalocasas](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/gonzalocasas)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 8, 2026, 6:19am UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/call-for-talks-and-demos-compas-dev-day-may-19th-eth-zurich-online/1088 "2026-05-08T06:19:38Z")

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Hey hey! On May 19th, we’ll host the COMPAS DEV Day 2026 at ETH Zurich + Online and we’re calling for talks! Did you build a project made that uses COMPAS? Did you create a new COMPAS extension? Would you like to contri…

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## [Job | Computational Structural Engineer | LEKO Labs, Luxembourg (timber lattice system, Grasshopper/Karamba/COMPAS)](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/job-computational-structural-engineer-leko-labs-luxembourg-timber-lattice-system-grasshopper-karamba-compas/1102)

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**Author:** [@Mengxi-Leko](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/Mengxi-Leko)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 6, 2026, 2:12pm UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/job-computational-structural-engineer-leko-labs-luxembourg-timber-lattice-system-grasshopper-karamba-compas/1102 "2026-05-06T14:12:19Z")

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Hi everyone, We’re hiring a Computational Structural Engineer at LEKO Labs in Luxembourg. Given the overlap with what many in this community work on, I wanted to share it here. What LEKO does: We build wood-based la…

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## [Create a classic "edge" with three beams](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/create-a-classic-edge-with-three-beams/1089)

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**Author:** [@supcha](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/supcha)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 18, 2026, 9:21am UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/create-a-classic-edge-with-three-beams/1089 "2026-04-18T09:21:44Z")

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first i’d like to thank you for this piece of software / environment. great work i’m trying to use compas-timber in rhino8 when having a look at the examples i miss one type of Joint, the classic three beam edge in a “…

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## [CGAL: Support for Weighted Straight Skeletons for Polygons with Holes](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/cgal-support-for-weighted-straight-skeletons-for-polygons-with-holes/1098)

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**Author:** [@mizutani.natsu](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/mizutani.natsu)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 18, 2026, 1:13am UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/cgal-support-for-weighted-straight-skeletons-for-polygons-with-holes/1098 "2026-04-18T01:13:53Z")

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Hi COMPAS community, I have recently started using compas\_cgal for a specific geometry processing task. While I am still new to the broader COMPAS ecosystem, I am impressed by the efficiency of accessing CGAL’s powerful…

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## [API missing functionality?](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/api-missing-functionality/1092)

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**Author:** [@Augusto\_Gandia](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/Augusto_Gandia)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 10, 2026, 5:42am UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/api-missing-functionality/1092 "2026-04-10T05:42:21Z")

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Cannot find the from compas\_rhino.selectors import select\_surfaces guids = select\_surfaces(message=‘Select multiple surfaces’) Any update beyond copying and pasting the whole function?

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## [CT wall cannot find Rhino and WallPopulatorConfigSet](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/ct-wall-cannot-find-rhino-and-wallpopulatorconfigset/1075)

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**Author:** [@moryde](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/moryde)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [April 7, 2026, 11:12am UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/ct-wall-cannot-find-rhino-and-wallpopulatorconfigset/1075 "2026-04-07T11:12:56Z")

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I have a problem with the wall component. Maybe the output of just the CTwall component is correct, but when I try to import the WallPopulatorConfigSet first of all the WallPopulatorConfigSet does not work out of the …

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## [RV Newest Version 0.6.45+9317 Triangulation doesn't work](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/rv-newest-version-0-6-45-9317-triangulation-doesnt-work/1093)

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**Author:** [@Ryan\_Huang](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/Ryan_Huang)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 3, 2026, 1:46pm UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/rv-newest-version-0-6-45-9317-triangulation-doesnt-work/1093 "2026-04-03T13:46:21Z")

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Hi everyone, I’m encountering a persistent issue with the latest version of RhinoVault (0.6.45+9317) in Rhino 8, specifically with the Triangulation function when generating a pattern. Error occurred running command “f…

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## [How are you using COMPAS? Share your projects](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/how-are-you-using-compas-share-your-projects/1087)

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**Author:** [@gonzalocasas](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/gonzalocasas)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 13, 2026, 9:49am UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/how-are-you-using-compas-share-your-projects/1087 "2026-03-13T09:49:39Z")

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We’d love to hear how people are using COMPAS in research, teaching, and practice. If you feel like sharing, introduce yourself and tell us a bit about what you’re working on. You could include things like: What kind …

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## [🎥 Recording of COMPAS DEV Exchange March 2026](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/recording-of-compas-dev-exchange-march-2026/1086)

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**Author:** [@gonzalocasas](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/gonzalocasas)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 7, 2026, 5:18pm UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/recording-of-compas-dev-exchange-march-2026/1086 "2026-03-07T17:18:54Z")

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Today we held the first COMPAS DEV Exchange meeting of the year! We had three great presentations followed by a small apero to cheer together! Thanks to the speakers for preparing such wonderful presentations, and than…

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## [COMPAS DEV Exchange: March 5th 18:30 @ ETH](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/compas-dev-exchange-march-5th-18-30-eth/1085)

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**Author:** [@gonzalocasas](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/gonzalocasas)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [February 24, 2026, 5:49pm UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/compas-dev-exchange-march-5th-18-30-eth/1085 "2026-02-24T17:49:30Z")

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Next week, we will meetup for the first DEV Exchange of the year at ITA, please register so that we can calculate the snacks and drinks! See you there! PS: If you want to present / demo something at this or a following…

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## [📅 Call for short talks! COMPAS Dev Exchange (March 5th, ETH Zurich)](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/call-for-short-talks-compas-dev-exchange-march-5th-eth-zurich/1084)

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**Author:** [@gonzalocasas](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/gonzalocasas)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 17, 2026, 9:17am UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/call-for-short-talks-compas-dev-exchange-march-5th-eth-zurich/1084 "2026-02-17T09:17:32Z")

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Hi everyone! We’re planning the next COMPAS DEV Exchange on March 5th at ETH Zurich and we’d love to hear from you! This is a very informal meetup, it’s a space to share what you’re working on, something you’ve learned,…

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## [Problem in grasshopper](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/problem-in-grasshopper/1062)

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**Author:** [@Julien\_ANDRE](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/Julien_ANDRE)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [January 13, 2026, 9:30am UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/problem-in-grasshopper/1062 "2026-01-13T09:30:28Z")

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I have a problem with join rules in grasshopper… The box turn red without connections and says : 1. Solution exception:cannot import XLapJoint from compas\_timber.connections. Maybe i don’t understand how to make a prope…

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## [Compas\_Slicer in Rhino 8 Grasshopper](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/compas-slicer-in-rhino-8-grasshopper/1083)

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**Author:** [@Metal\_Man](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/Metal_Man)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [December 19, 2025, 8:39pm UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/compas-slicer-in-rhino-8-grasshopper/1083 "2025-12-19T20:39:45Z")

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Hello, Recently, I attempted to install Compas-dev and Compas\_slicer. I did this, because I would like to work with the open-source slicer!!! There seems to be an issue, I don’t have access to the grasshopper componen…

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## [Meetup Dec 2025: COMPAS Dev Exchange](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/meetup-dec-2025-compas-dev-exchange/1080)

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**Author:** [@begumsaral](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/begumsaral)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [December 11, 2025, 8:14pm UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/meetup-dec-2025-compas-dev-exchange/1080 "2025-12-11T20:14:36Z")

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The last COMPAS Dev Exchange of the year will be hosted by the Professorship of Digital Fabrication at the Technical University of Munich in cooperation with the COMPAS Association on December 17th, 2025. Join us online…

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## [Why does some geometry guide are empty?](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/why-does-some-geometry-guide-are-empty/1082)

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**Author:** [@hgj313](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/hgj313)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [December 11, 2025, 1:39pm UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/why-does-some-geometry-guide-are-empty/1082 "2025-12-11T13:39:06Z")

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Hello,I am just a noob. When I learning the Geometry docs of compas, I noticed that some parts of them are just have title without any details like:Polygons and Polyhedrons\\Curves and Surfaces\\Shapes and Solids\\Transform…

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## [Installation to grasshopper](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/installation-to-grasshopper/1006)

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**Author:** [@Merlin](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/Merlin)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [December 9, 2025, 4:09pm UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/installation-to-grasshopper/1006 "2025-12-09T16:09:31Z")

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Hello, I am a researcher working on shotcrete extrusion. I am having a minor hiccup in installing compas in grasshopper/rhino 8: The modules have the labeling “old” and the error “1. Solution exception:No module named c…

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## [Where to start?](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/where-to-start/1002)

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**Author:** [@Merlin](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/Merlin)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [December 9, 2025, 8:17am UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/where-to-start/1002 "2025-12-09T08:17:44Z")

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Hello everyone, I am working with an ABB IRB 6700 and have decided to handle path planning using COMPAS RRC within Rhino and Grasshopper. As you can imagine, this is quite a complex task, and there are no comprehensive,…

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## [Inverse kinematics with constraints for ABB IRB4600 60\_2.05](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/inverse-kinematics-with-constraints-for-abb-irb4600-60-2-05/1074)

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**Author:** [@MahsaRbi](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/MahsaRbi)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [December 3, 2025, 3:30pm UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/inverse-kinematics-with-constraints-for-abb-irb4600-60-2-05/1074 "2025-12-03T15:30:44Z")

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Hi everyone, I want to move the robot to a specific frame but with some fixed angle constraints. I was looking into inverse kinematics with constraints in COMPAS RRC, but it looks like that I need the model of the robot…

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## [Is it possible to put Rhinovault in Grasshopper?](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/is-it-possible-to-put-rhinovault-in-grasshopper/1077)

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**Author:** [@Baloul](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/Baloul)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 26, 2025, 5:52am UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/is-it-possible-to-put-rhinovault-in-grasshopper/1077 "2025-11-26T05:52:53Z")

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Hi, I would like to know if it is possible to install Rhinovault directly on Grasshopper and not on the Rhino interface.

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## [Unexpected extra faces with update\_boundaries in compas\_tna Form Diagram (Blender)](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/unexpected-extra-faces-with-update-boundaries-in-compas-tna-form-diagram-blender/1067)

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**Author:** [@olivieroc](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/olivieroc)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [October 29, 2025, 9:09pm UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/unexpected-extra-faces-with-update-boundaries-in-compas-tna-form-diagram-blender/1067 "2025-10-29T21:09:01Z")

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Hi all, I’m experiencing an issue when using compas\_blender﻿ and compas\_tna﻿, and I would like some advice or clarification. I generate a Form Diagram as a meshgrid and define supports at the vertices. I use relax\_bou…

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## [Ros2 and rrc together?](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/ros2-and-rrc-together/1065)

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**Author:** [@feihl](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/feihl)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 22, 2025, 2:38pm UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/ros2-and-rrc-together/1065 "2025-10-22T14:38:45Z")

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Hello! Is there a way to use RRC with ROS2? If not what would it take? I understand that it is not the currently supported way, but since there is ros2-main branch in the compas-rrc-ros repo, I guess someone already tr…

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## [compas-CEM Installation error nlopt](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/compas-cem-installation-error-nlopt/1046)

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**Author:** [@Felix\_Berger](https://forum.compas-framework.org/u/Felix_Berger)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 15, 2025, 9:41pm UTC](https://forum.compas-framework.org/t/compas-cem-installation-error-nlopt/1046 "2025-10-15T21:41:09Z")

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Hello, im trying to install comps-cem per pip install compas-cem but im always getting the Error of: Somehow my shell cannot build a wheel for nlopt, thus I cannot install the CEM plugin for grasshopper in rhino on m…

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