Simulating collision for an overlapping scale structure using Kangaroo 2

Hi everyone, I’m designing a wavy tensile roof composed of overlapping rigid scales. I need to simulate the catenary form-finding while accounting for the physical collisions between the scales so they don’t intersect as the structure hangs and deforms.

I’m looking for a Kangaroo 2 definition or a similar example where:

  1. A base mesh acts as the tensile net (catenary).

  2. Rigid modules (scales) are attached to this mesh.

  3. The scales collide and block each other according to their geometry.

Any lead on using ‘RigidBody’ or ‘Collider’ goals for this specific ‘scale armor’ behavior on a hanging surface would be greatly appreciated!. Does anyone have a similar example or definition using Kangaroo 2 RigidBodies?

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