Thứ Năm, 18 tháng 8, 2011

Catch The Wave Of The Future - 3D Modelling Software

By Adriana Noton


Many programs exist to automate most every task. Some industries have been at the leading forefront of accepting this technology. Other industries, however, have been much more cautious, adopting it at a much slower pace. The computers of today are capable of doing more than the computers aboard the early space missions to the moon. In fact, many people have more computing capacity than most universities did not too many years ago. Because of these advances, many new industries have been born. One of them is the computer graphics industry. Some people feel that the most exciting component of this industry is that of 3D modelling software.

These packages are sometimes called 3D modelers. They come with differing built in capabilities. Some only make simple models. A number of them can build whole scenes. Fewer of them can be used to create models of people. There are many of them which can only create static images, or simple animations. A handful of these programs can not only build complete models, they can animate entire scenes and can be used to make movies.

Many people are aware of the film industry's extensive use of these amazing programs to create fantastic visual effects. What many people do not know, however, is that there is a greater demand for modelers in other disciplines. Some surveys indicate that the largest demand for artists is in the medical field. These folks create complex models of the human body and all of its intricate internal organs. These models allow medical scientists to research the effects of disease and allow them to work toward cures.

A high-growth area for jobs for these artists is the sciences. Chemists sometimes utilize the power of these models to create complex models of chemical chains and compounds. In addition, many earth scientists are turning to this technology in an effort to better study the earth. Geo-chemists can make three dimensional models of many of the earths compounds. These models can be used to study how compounds interact and combine with each other. Geophysicists can study the interaction of various forces, such as gravity and inertia. Geologists can build models of very complex formations, such as tectonic plates to further study seismic activity.

Interactive maps can be drawn using these powerful pieces of software. One nice touch that can be added is that of removing the upper layer of the map, revealing what is happening beneath ground. Scientists can study how volcanoes are formed.

3D modelling packages use a number of techniques and tools to arrive at the final image. A basic method of doing this starts with a basic shape called a primitive. The surface is divided into imaginary lines with points. Every point can be manipulated to give the primitive a new shape. A second method uses lines to represent the outside bounds of the model. These lines are reshaped until the desired form is reached. The last method used is called NURBS - a mathematical formula, and is used for creating more complex models. Other substances, comprised of particles, such as dust and smoke, are created through what are called particle systems. Water is one of the most difficult things to create and usually requires the use of multiple methods.

Once a model is finished, it is time to render it. Some type of lighting must be decided upon. A camera angle is assigned and the image is built.

This ability to make virtual-reality models has brought about an explosion in the use of 3D modelling software and Vehicle Tracking. This has brought on a greater demand for skilled artists who can generate good realistic models. A lot of information can be found on the internet for those who are interested in gaining these skills.




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