3D+modeling

3 Dimensions refers to objects that are constructed on three plans (X, Y and Z). The process of creating 3D graphics can be divided into three basic phases: 3D modeling, 3D animation and 3D rendering. A 3D model is usually originated on the computer by engineer using some kind of 3d modeling tools.

Modeling
 * 3D modeling - photo realistic image of whatever plan the designer has in mind as they need to see it virtually. Saves hours just to explain a model through 2D drawing and plans
 * [|OpenSCAD] - software for creating solid 3D CAD models, reads in a script file that describes the object and renders the 3D model from this script file.
 * TinkerCAD
 * Google SketchUp
 * 123D Design
 * [|Pepakura Designer] is a Windows application which makes unfolded patterns from 3D data. Pepakura Designer features to automatically unfold 3D polygon-mesh models, and allow you to edit them. Pepakura Designer allows you to create real paper craft models from digital data!


 * 3D rendering - realistic images
 * visualization - view the images from different angles, giving viewers a virtually realistic experience.

Computer-Aided
 * Design CAD
 * CNC

[|Math, knots and 3D models]
 * [|Borromean Rings] - consist of three rings with the property that no two of the rings are linked, even though all three rings together cannot come apart.
 * [|Knot Atlas] - names, descriptions and pictures
 * [|Knots] - demonstration
 * [|Crossing] - includes information about 3D print of the knot and settings, as well as links to additional information


 * What's the problem?**
 * **Ask** * **Imagine** * **Plan, Create** * **Improve**


 * That's engineering**

> dimension, model, render, script, 2D, 3D
 * Engineering ideas**

Challenges for you to work on...
 * Do It**
 * [|Google SketchUp] (3d modeling, desktop)- Model anything you can imagine. Redecorate your living room. Invent a new piece of furniture. Model your city for Google Earth. There's no limit to what you can create with SketchUp. Dozens of video tutorials, an extensive Help Center and a worldwide user community are available to get you going.
 * [|123D Design] (3d modeling, app, free) - choose one of the basic shapes and then edit it to be just what you want. Easily connect one shape to another to make more detailed creations.
 * [|free 3D models] - use free 3D modeling apps to create your own! Start with a 3D model, then customize it to your liking. Or, start from scratch with any of these free apps.


 * News, updates**


 * Learn more...**
 * [|Thingiverse] - discovering, making, and sharing 3D printable things. create and remix 3D things, an open platform, all designs are encouraged to be licensed under a Creative Commons license, meaning that anyone can use or alter any design.
 * [|25 (Free) 3D Modeling Applications You Should Not Miss] - open source 3D modeling tools
 * [|10 best 3d apps for the ipad] - old list ? 2010

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