7 Reasons Why Rhino is Better Than Other 3D Modelling Software - 2021
The software world is full of 3D programs. But how does a designer find the right one for themselves? A simple criterion for choosing software should be how well it allows you to develop your design freely, and the powerful Rhinoceros is one such tool to consider.In this article, we will guide you through the pros and cons of Rhino 3D modelling as compared to other software.
(Source: simplyrhino.com)
https://simplyrhino.co.uk/training/courses/rhino-level-2-for-architects-engineers
[Alt Text: 3D visualisation of a parametric facade]
1. Made
for All
Rhino is a NURB based software that works
with curves rather than other conventional software like AutoCAD, Revit, etc
that use line polygons. It provides precise and in-depth surface modeling for
organic objects which other software like 3DS Max lack. Due to this feature,
Rhino delivers high-quality 3D models and therefore attracts not just the
architectural industry, but also fields like product design, fashion,
automotive, multimedia, and graphic design.
(Source: gfycat.com)
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do that.’]
2. Smooth
Transition from AutoCAD
A simple question that arises when thinking about learning new
software is whether we will be able to grasp it. Fortunately for many
professionals like architects, civil engineers, interior designers, and
automotive designers who use Autodesk products, Rhino 3D Modelling helps users
by providing command sequences just like in AutoCAD, thus delivering an easier
shift. Even for non-AutoCAD users, Rhino is quite intuitive and user-friendly.
(Source: landfx.com)
https://www.landfx.com/docs/cad-basics/autocad-getting-started/item/2527-command-line.html
(Source: pt.slideshare.net)
The Similarity in command sequence between AutoCAD
and Rhino3D.
https://pt.slideshare.net/DUSPviz/duspviz-rhino/5
[Alt text: Screenshots of Rhino user-interface]
3. All-in-One
It is generally quite labour intensive to go the conventional
Sketchup route of generating a 2D plan, and then transforming that to 3D. Rhino
has four viewports- top, front, right and perspective view.The viewport aids
the user to work on a plan in the top viewport and its elevation in the right
and front viewport simultaneously. Thus, this allows us the freedom to easily
manipulate the drawing from various angles, saving a whole lot of time and
energy.
The Presence of four viewports helps the user to
visualize the project easily. (Source: help.bricsys.com)
https://help.bricsys.com/hc/en-us/articles/360025542454-Rhino-Grasshopper-Integration
[Alt text: Rhino User Interface showing four windows]
Users often prefer Revit over Rhino for drawing and modeling
their projects because of the latter’s lack of documentation skills. But now, Rhino
software comes with improved features and efficient documentation, giving
stronger competition to Revit.
4. Plug-ins
for Everything
There are numerous plugins available online to enhance your
design process and make Rhino even more powerful. Working on a new kind of file
or data? Chances are that there’s already a plugin available for that. FoodforRhino is a great site available for free Rhino plugins.
To give you an example of parametric plugins, ‘Ladybug’ or
‘Honeybee’ are used for environmental analysis. These plugins conduct an
accurate environment study based on the location of the site and generate
alternate façade types based on the extreme weather conditions for the
building.
[Read: 8 Awesome Rhino Plug-ins that Will Change Your
Modelling Life]
Ladybug analysis the environmental parameters in
Rhino Grasshopper (Source: arch2o.com)
https://www.arch2o.com/10-parametric-plugins-every-architect-should-know/
[Alt Text: Illustration showing workflow between
Rhino/Grasshopper and Ladybug]
5. Compatible
with 3D Printers and Other Software
Rhino supports and reads an extensive range of file formats like
DXF(AutoCAD), SKP(Sketchup), 3DS(3Dstudio), including STL, the most popular 3D
printing file format. So, it makes the work easier on a file from different
software or for transferring purposes. Many software like Sketchup, ArchiCAD,
Revit, etc do not offer 3D printing options which makes it difficult for
prototyping. Whereas with Rhino, you have available measurements, surface,
geometric and other tools to make sure your model is prepared for 3D printing.
(Source: tenor.com)
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6. Designer’s
fantasy- Parametric Design
The iconic Zaha Hadid style or futuristic products that are always in the public eye often seem to be
a bit challenging to design. The difficulty is due to the lack of flexibility
in software that restricts the design flow. To ease this process, you can use Rhino
3D Modelling and become the master of your own object’s surface. Rhino offers
mesh accuracy thanks to the curve modeling technology and while often using a
widely-known plugin Grasshopper 3D is also used to design parametric objects.
[Read: 10 Fascinating Projects Created Using Rhino 3D You
Need to Know About]
1.
One Thousand Museum, Miami by Zaha Hadid Architects(Source: unsplash.com)
https://unsplash.com/photos/zAHihgDmqEM
[Alt
Text: Skyscraper with flowing facade]
2.
Use of Parametricism in Fashion Technology (Source:
parametric-architecture.com)
https://parametric-architecture.com/dragonfly-3d-printed-dress/
[Alt
Text: Model wearing futuristic white dress]
7. But
What is the Cost?
Rhino software is not cheap, but compared to other tools with
similar work performance, it’s definitely worth the price. It is known in
software circles to provide excellent value for money, because of special
educational discounts and licensing features. After the 90-day trial period,
Rhinoceros offers a permanent license rather than a recurring one, which turns
out to be economical and is something most other companies do not do.
(Source: tenor.com)
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with the caption ‘Good Deal’]
You
can explore your design to a great extent with Rhino. No matter what project or
industry you belong to, it has something for everyone. If interested, you can
learn Rhino on various online platforms, one of which is the Rhino+Grasshopper course at Oneistox.
For
more information, check out our free Ultimate Guide to Rhino 3D!
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