Rocksolver is now good enough and fast enough to solve some 2D packing problems like paving.
Below is an example of a Rocksolver layout in the virtual Sketchup world (you can get this model for free from the Intresto collection on 3dwarehouse) and below that a couple of sample solutions to packing irregular-shaped and regular-shaped 2D objects.
If you’d like to take part in the beta testing then get in touch via our contact form (http://www.intresto.com.au/contact-us) and I’ll let you know how the process works.
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