3D models max. Creation. Features of the Autodesk 3ds Max program.

The Autodesk 3ds Max program is ideal for working with three-dimensional graphics, creating and editing objects, and constructing a different reality. It has all the necessary functionality, modules and applications that allow you to perform the entire range of work, from the idea and calculation of a mathematical model to the final visualization. 3D Max is also suitable for preparing models for CNC machines.

Program history:

3D Max runs on Windows and has been produced since 1990. The first stage of the program’s release was 1990-1994, then a new story began. More than 20 versions were released from 1996 to 2018. The latest one, relevant today, is called Autodesk 3ds MAX 2018 and version 2019 is being prepared for release.

The program is distributed in two versions - paid for commercial use, and free for educational purposes. You can download it on the manufacturer’s official website after registration (Autodesk 3ds Max - website www.autodesk.ru).

Modeling methods:

You can create any object in 3D Max. For architects, jewelers, and those who work with interior design, the program makes it quite easy to develop models for further use in their work. For owners of numerically controlled machines, these can be future products, three-dimensional parts for further processing, bas-reliefs, master models and much more.

Modeling is carried out using several methods. The B-spline method is used less often; most often they work using the polygonal method, Box modeling, using meshes of pieces, and also based on models from built-in libraries. The last method is considered the most convenient and basic in this software.

3D Max allows you to combine various parametric objects and modifiers, as well as apply other modeling methods to obtain the required shape or unique model.

3d models for 3D max:

You can build your own three-dimensional model in the program based on an existing workpiece. Simply find a suitable image from the built-in libraries or any third-party available libraries and import it through a clear interface so that all available tools become available.

For our clients we offer an extensive database of 3D models compatible with 3D Max. With the help of our developments, you can obtain ready-made models for creating NC programs for CNC machines, or you can modify the resulting object and create a unique three-dimensional image based on it.

Modules and additional features:

With the help of special modules that are regularly refined, improved and given new functionality, three-dimensional elements can be endowed with very realistic properties. For objects that will subsequently be manufactured on CNC machines, the Hair&Fur module will be interesting.

This is a software add-on that allows you to create very realistic textures, both their visual display, which is important in production, and their natural behavior, which is important for computer graphics. With the help of Hair&Fur, designers create hair, wool, grass, twigs and other small, individual, but very numerous textures.

Visualization:

To obtain a ready-made realistic image from a mathematical model, it is necessary to start rendering after constructing the frame and structure of the object. A procedure for processing and compiling all layers, which displays volumetric visualization on the screen. At this stage, you can see all the mistakes and shortcomings that have been made, which can subsequently be corrected here in the program, before creating the UE program and launching it into production.

Distribution and popularity:

Despite the complex and specific functionality, 3D Max is used not only by professional designers, but also by amateurs from a wide variety of fields. The wide distribution of the program was facilitated by the availability of a free version for training. Almost all universities in the country build their educational process on the basis of this program.

Creating a 3d max model: stages of work on the project

The process of creating any model in the program is divided into several stages. Some of them are performed directly during operation in parallel to each other.

Stage of preparation of necessary materials:

To successfully work on a model project, you first need to collect the source materials on the basis of which the construction will take place. It can be:

●       drawings of the object;

●       technical requirements for it;

●       photographs;

●       sketches.

In some cases, it is worth taking care of the selection of texture.

The more complete information about an object is collected, the clearer the final result can be obtained.

Modeling stage:

It involves the creation of geometric objects. In the future, they will serve as the basis for creating a model, and will also be used in rendering (visualization) to obtain an image. Texture coordinates are also defined and edited here.

Each model or their group, united by a common theme, is saved in a separate file - this will significantly increase work efficiency.

Gradually, in the process of working on many with these models, the user creates a library of models that he can use in the process of further work on other projects.

Scene assembly stage:

A scene (or world) is a 3ds Max file in which modified objects and other elements related to a particular model are saved.

Not every one of them can be written to a file. For example, textures loaded from external files and object references are saved as separate files. In order not to lose them, it is worth writing down their names and paths to them.

The scene assembly stage is the final stage of modeling. When performing this, a clear structuring of the scene is important. To achieve this, it is worth assigning informative, user-friendly names to each object, layer or material.

Stage of choosing angles and lighting:

At this stage of work, it is worth deciding on the visualization (rendering) module that will be used, since each of the external modules has its own characteristics: materials, light sources, etc., which naturally affects the operation of 3ds Max.

First of all, it is necessary to configure all rendering elements in a first approximation - this will reduce the number of calculations at the final stages, when the model materials are configured and textures are set.

Stage of structuring and creating materials:

Here, for the convenience of further work, it is extremely important to provide the ability to easily change the settings given to the materials. It is better to use materials that are simpler in structure - this will allow for faster rendering. It should be remembered that the use of such effects as:

●       displacement;

●       roughness;

●       glossy effect;

●       other atmospheric and lens effects.

Visualization setup stage:

When setting up rendering, you need to make sure that the elements necessary to create effects during the final processing process can be displayed freely. We are talking about depth, masks of main objects, etc.

Final processing stage (post-processing):

This is the final stage of work on the project, during which the 3d max model is supplemented with the necessary elements, its color is corrected, and the effects necessary for its best perception are added. As a result, you can achieve the most realistic and “live” image of the model.

Where to order development?

In addition to the ready-made versions of 3D models displayed on our website, from the For3d company you can order the creation of a 3D max model for a numerically controlled machine according to your sketch.

We will provide fast production of 3d models 3ds max, high quality work, and, if necessary, modification to the parameters required for you.

We guarantee that the cost of the model will pay off extremely quickly.

Also on our website you can download 3d max models for free.

How to import stl models into the program?

On our website there are step-by-step instructions with pictures for importing stl into 3d max.

In addition, there are a lot of training videos on the Internet on working with this program.

You may find the following video helpful:

If you need a professional training program, we recommend purchasing video courses on 3ds max.

See also:

• Control programs for CNC
• ArtCam models