[simpits-tech] 3D tools...

[cyplesma at aol.com]

Been using DesignCAD 3D for past 15 years, just a couple of days here and there each year, 
I believe it can use a spaceball.
Last time I used a spaceball was on a unigraphics unix box late 90's. yes it is very nice to use.

Just don't use drawing programs enough to buy one, although the usb version might be worth while.

My problem with any of the drawing programs is I like entering the points themselves to define everything. Especially if it's something I'm trying to replicate in the drawing as opposed to just slapping some objects on the screen to create some kind of abstract art.


-----Original Message-----
From: Gene Buckle <geneb at deltasoft.com>
To: Simulator Cockpit Builder's List <simpits-tech at simpits.org>
Sent: Tue, Sep 28, 2010 10:47 am
Subject: Re: [simpits-tech] 3D tools...


On Tue, 28 Sep 2010, Roy Coates wrote:

> On Tue, 28 Sep 2010, Gene Buckle wrote:
>
>> How many people here use 3D modeling tools and _don't_ use some kind of
>> auxillary input device along with the mouse?
>
> USB Space Navigator.  Cute, nice to use.  I still draw crap though - I
> just do it faster now :-)
>
I've never used that model - it looks kind of tiny though. :)

FYI, if you're using Google SketchUp v8, you'll need to jump a hoop or two 
to make a SpaceBall work with it:

http://www.3dconnexion.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=3803

g.

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