Rhino3D, the best value in surface modeling
March 01, 2019
Rhino3D, the best value in surface modeling
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Overall Satisfaction with Rhinoceros 3D
I use Rhino3D almost daily in parallel with optical design and analysis software for creating complex geometry for LED optics. Rhino3D pairs very will with optics (and other precision industries) in its handling of complex shapes in a very simple way. The base freeform curves are Bezier (link below) and maintain continuity for a smooth shape making it excellent for optic forms.
- Rhino3D is a great translator. I use it to take in customer models and then add optical components to it in a detailed and precise way.
- Rhino3D has excellent workflow from curves to surfaces making the translation from optical to mechanical seamless.
- Rhino3D can be paired with Grasshopper to create interesting and unusual geometry for aesthetic or functional purposes.
- Although Rhino3D is a great modeler, it is not natively 3D parametric. I would like to to see this added without a plug-in.
- Rhino3D 6 has better native rendering but that could always use improvement.
- I would like to see a built-in interface for my Ultimaker 3D printer.
- Right away Rhino3D is useful for simple and accurate 3D model import, repair and export all in a variety of formats.
- Rhino3D is easy to use and learn. The time to productivity is very short with this modeling tool.
- The price is low for the value received, a great investment.
Rhino3D was built to excel at modeling complex, freeform surfaces with excellent continuity of shape. Rhino3D's large community, robust plug-ins and generative modeling with Grasshopper make it unique. Rhino3D is very affordable providing excellent value for the financial investment. Creo and SOLIDWORKS also work with surfacing and this is sufficient for most product design but Rhino3D is preferred for this task when the shapes are overly complex.