In 3D CAD TECH

Tinkercad. Incredibly Brilliant, Web-based 3D Modeling for Makers

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Ok, now this is more like it. I’ll try to tell you without choking on the beauty of this, but since my larynx is already convulsing, you may have to proceed on your own. I know, you’ve probably had your fill of web-based 3D modeling applications. What’s that? There aren’t any? You mean, they’re weren’t any… until now.

Tinkercad, a Finland-based startup, has just lunched their public beta after a 6 month development cycle. It brings the simplicity of 3D modeling to the simplicity of the web and, really, it couldn’t be more beautifully done. If you haven’t jumped away already, here’s a look at what you’ll see.

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In RESOURCES

Workflow Slammin', Render Bammin' modo for SolidWorks Kit is ON

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You may want to stop suckin’ that SolidWorks model through the regular old modo SolidWorks import for a few days. Why? You’re about to get a stronger, rockin’er, suckin’er solution to bring all those bits and bobs into modo.

It’s the modo for SolidWorks kit. It’s coming soon along with more materials, more compatibility, SolidWorks-like UI enhancements, training video and, and, and… SO MUCH MORE! If you want the low down, there’s a webinar Tuesday, April 19 and Thursday, April 28th.

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In SMACKDOWN

Friday Smackdown: Beronger Rong

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A coy dragon’s keeper was he. Turned hallow by an inescapable desire to turn almost anything on end. It happened one day, he came upon a lair. By no means an ordinary lair. For from it’s mouth rose a singing beast, with scales of silver and eyes boiling with these links. Anarkis – Sense of…

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In 3D CAD TECH

Adobe Reveals Subscription Edition. What About CAD Software?

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I’m making a list of programs I’ll pay for on a monthly basis. Programs downloaded from or accessed via the web, used only when I need them. Just like boxes of cereal, which I also have a list of.

Adobe products are first on my list. Well, actually last at the moment, right below services like Flickr, Dropbox and Backblaze. Adobe’s offer is different though. While the Creative suite software (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, etc.) is now available in pay-as-you-go flavor, the software is still downloaded and runs on your computer. How are they forming the future of subscription-paid, web-delivered software usage? Even more, how will 3D software and data management services fall in place?

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