Hello,
I think it could be useful to have a choice, in the include/exclude list, to calculate the occlusion including only objects with the same material applied. For example I often make metal materials like patina bronze for interior design objects and isually in that case the patina effect shouldn't be influenced by surrounding objects. I know that I could use the include/exclude list or attach the different parts into a single object, but sometimes I think that an inclusion by material could be practical.
Just an idea...
Thank you,
Patrick