Blocks arranging algorithm script

BLOCKS – SECOND MILESTONE The Algorithm Visit the following link to see the initial design: [login to view URL] Student will select a combination of groups then click on RUN. The system keeps trying different blocks from each group to eventually complete the smallest possible rectangle of a given set of blocks inside a fixed height grid. Of course, all possible rectangles will be checked and saved for user to choose from. Check PDF 1. One column is equal to 10mm width. One row is equal to 10mm height. In other words, each cell is 10x10mm. Let’s say there are a number of 5 groups were selected and ready to run the system under 8 rows. System will begin the search with 1 column probabilities. etc 2. The system will start stacking blocks together with as many options as possible. Of course, the system must follow the rules. a. All functions go from right to left. b. Four types of blocks: Loose, Entrance, Bridge, Exit c. Blocks cannot flip horizontally or vertically but can rotate 90°, 180°, 270° degrees clockwise or counterclockwise. d. Loose Block can move freely in the rectangle. e. A combination can have more than one Entrance, Bridge or Exit blocks. However, when there’s an Entrance Block, there must be an Exit Block connected to it directly or through a Bridge block. When there’s a Bridge Block, it means that there are an Entrance and an Exit Block. Otherwise, the system will not run the algorithm and will notify the student of the problem. 3. When the smallest rectangle is created, the system will place it on the grid. If the user is not satisfied with the rectangle, they can click on it and manage the rectangle popup will appear with options of other results to choose from. Check PDF. 4. Definer: A controller that defines the beginning and end of each combination. Without this controller, student cannot process the algorithm. A combination should always start and end with a Definer. 5. When student wants to process a combination, s/he has to multiselect all the blocks consequently starting and ending with a Definer after which they can hit the Run button.