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International Journal of Interdisciplinary Research

Table 1 3D modeling software available for 3D printing

From: Case study on 3D printing education in fashion design coursework

Software

Provider (website)

Characteristics

Main applications

MAYA

Autodesk (http://www.autodesk.com/products/maya/)

Modeling of the polygonal method

Functions of modeling, rendering and simulation

Excellent function of animation

Video program, animation, CG, broadcasting, movies, online games, motion graphics

Rhino

Rovert McNeel & Associates (http://www.Rhino3d.com)

NURBS method

3D modeling of most advanced mathematical

expression method

Suitable for precise and accurate design work

Industrial design, architectural design, engineering, mold design, jewelry design, handicraft design

Sketchup

Trimble Navigation (http://www.sketchup.com/)

Sharing platform, providing warehouses, and enabling a user to upload

Simple and easy for 3D modeling

Architecture, landscape, interior design, product design, online games

AutoCAD

Autodesk (http://www.autodesk.com/)

Top leader in 2D-based software

Several inconvenient aspects in 3D modeling

Architecture, electricity, mechanical engineering, civil engineering

Zbrush

Pixologic (http://pixologic.com/)

Modeling of the polygonal method

Having a tool of sculpting brush

Movies, animation, online games, fine art works, design

3Ds MAX

Autodesk (http://www.autodesk.com/products/3ds-max/overview)

Biggest number of users in the world

Compatible with several plug-ins

Architecture, online games, graphics

Others (e.g., 123D Design, Blender, NaroCAD)

Autodesk, Blender Foundation

Simple function and intuitive UI

Easy making of simple objects

Design