what is Rhino?

Rhinoceros is a commercial 3D computer graphics and computer-aided design (CAD) application software developed in 1980. Rhino geometry is based on the NURBS mathematical model, which focuses on producing mathematically precise representation of curves and freeform surfaces in computer graphics (as opposed to polygon mesh-based applications).

what can Rhino do?

Rhinoceros is used in CAD, CAM, prototyping, 3D printing and reverse engineering in industries including architecture, industrial design, product design, jewelry design as well as for multimedia and graphic design.

A lot of cool stuffs you can achieve with Rhino! But Rhino is still the tool for Industrial Design.

A little bit about 3D modelling Tools

• Polygonal modeling : Blender; 3ds Max

• Freeform surface modelling : Alias, Rhino

What is NURBS?

The point of Nurbs is to use curves to make faces, so that you can get more accurate surfaces, which is very suitable for the streamlined type in the product.

Nurbs draws lines first and then polygons, and polygons are drawn out of geometry. A easy way to understand is that the Nurbs is to build the frame and then build the wall, the Polygonal modeling is to extrude the clay.

• Solid modeling : Solidworks, ProE

What are the choices for Industrial Designers?

• Rhino
• Solidworks
• Fushion 360
• Alias

How to use Rhino?

• How to model a glass cup with water intside, and then render it in Rhino.

Live Demo

Create a glass of water.