Pattern Generator

A Streamlit web application that generates SVG patterns for use as masks, textures, or design elements. The generator supports two pattern types:

1. Circuit Pattern: Electronic circuit-like patterns with tracks and balls
2. Bottom-Up Pattern: Vertical lines with 45-degree turns and balls at endpoints

Features

• Generate two different types of patterns with customizable parameters
• Adjust dimensions, colors, spacing, and complexity
• Control pattern density and segment properties
• View debug grid to understand pattern structure
• Download patterns as SVG files with seed information for reproducibility
• Responsive interface with intuitive controls

Pattern Types

Circuit Pattern

Creates a grid-based pattern that resembles electronic circuits with tracks connecting points and balls at track endpoints. Perfect for sci-fi textures, tech panels, or circuit board designs.

Bottom-Up Pattern

Generates vertical lines starting from the bottom with optional 45-degree turns. Each line consists of 1-3 segments with balls at endpoints. Great for creating abstract, modern patterns with balanced angles.

Usage

1. Select the desired pattern type from the radio buttons
2. Adjust the grid dimensions and pattern-specific parameters
3. Choose colors for tracks and background
4. Use the sliders to control density, ball size, and track width
5. Click "Generate New Pattern" for a different random pattern
6. Download the SVG when satisfied with the result

Settings Explained

Common Settings

• Grid Dimensions: Sets the overall pattern size based on grid cells
• Colors: Track and background color selection
• Ball Diameter: Size of balls at line endpoints
• Track Width: Thickness of the lines/tracks
• Density: Controls how many elements are included in the pattern
• Debug Grid: Toggles visualization of underlying grid and borders

Circuit Pattern Settings

• Min/Max Track Length: Controls the range of possible track segment lengths

Bottom-Up Pattern Settings

• Segment 1/2/3 Min/Max %: Controls the length ranges for each segment
• Segment Complexity: Controls how many segments are used (0=only first segment, 1=maximum segments)
• Spacing Variation: Controls how evenly spaced the vertical lines are
• Minimum Line Spacing: Sets the minimum distance between adjacent lines

Deployment

This app can be run locally with:

pip install -r requirements.txt
streamlit run app.py

Converting to Other Formats

To use the generated patterns in other applications:

1. Download the SVG file
2. Convert to other formats (PNG, JPG) using an online converter or graphics software
3. Import as needed into your design or 3D application