Autodesk 3ds Max 2018 For Beginners A Tutorial Approach 18th Edition

Download or read book Autodesk 3ds Max 2018 for Beginners: A Tutorial Approach, 18th Edition written by Prof. Sham Tickoo and published by CADCIM Technologies. This book was released on 2017-08-01 with total page 816 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to the world of Autodesk 3ds Max, a 3D modeling, animation, and rendering software package developed by Autodesk Inc. It is widely used by architects, game developers, design visualization specialists, and visual effects artists. A wide range of modeling and texturing tools make it an ideal platform for 3D modelers and animators. The intuitive user interface and workflow tools of Autodesk 3ds Max have made the job of design visualization specialists easier. Autodesk 3ds Max 2018 for Beginners: A Tutorial Approach is a tutorial-based book that introduces the readers to the basic features of 3ds Max 2018 created on real world model through tutorials. The book caters to the needs of both the novice and the advanced users of the software. This book will help you unleash your creativity and help you create simple and complete 3D models and animations. The book will help the learners transform their imagination into reality with ease. Salient Features Consists of 17 chapters and 5 real world based projects that are organized in a pedagogical sequence covering various aspects of modeling, texturing, lighting, and animation. The author has followed the tutorial approach to explain various concepts of modeling, texturing, lighting, and animation. The first page of every chapter summarizes the topics that are covered in it. Step-by-step instructions that guide the users through the learning process. Additional information is provided throughout the book in the form of notes and tips. Self-Evaluation test, Review Questions are given at the end of each chapter so that the users can assess their knowledge. Student project has been given at the end of this book to test and enhance the skills of students. Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction to Autodesk 3ds Max 2018 Chapter 2: Primitive Objects - I Chapter 3: Primitive Objects - II Chapter 4: Working with Splines - I Chapter 5: Working with Splines - II Chapter 6: Lofting, Twisting, and Deforming Objects Chapter 7: Material Editor: Creating Materials Chapter 8: Material Editor: Texture Maps-I Chapter 9: Material Editor: Texture Maps-II Chapter 10: Material Editor: Controlling Texture Maps Chapter 11: Material Editor: Miscellaneous Materials Chapter 12: Interior Lighting-I Chapter 13: Interior Lighting-II Chapter 14: Animation Basics Chapter 15: Complex Animation Chapter 16: Rendering Chapter 17: Creating Walkthrough Project 1: Creating a Windmill Project 2: Creating a Diner Project 3: Architectural Project Project 4: Corporate Design Project Project 5: Creating a Computer Center Index

Download or read book Autodesk 3ds Max 2018: A Comprehensive Guide, 18th Edition written by Prof. Sham Tickoo and published by CADCIM Technologies. This book was released on 2017-08-29 with total page 897 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Autodesk 3ds Max 2018: A Comprehensive Guide aims at harnessing the power of Autodesk 3ds Max for modelers, animators, and designers. The book caters to the needs of both the novice and the advanced users of 3ds Max. Keeping in view the varied requirements of the users, the book first introduces the basic features of 3ds Max 2018 and then gradually progresses to cover the advanced 3D models and animations. In this book, two projects based on the tools and concepts covered in the book have been added to enhance the knowledge of users. This book will help you unleash your creativity, thus helping you create stunning 3D models and animations. The book will help the learners transform their imagination into reality with ease. Also, it takes the users across a wide spectrum of animations through progressive examples, numerous illustrations, and ample exercises. Salient Features Consists of 18 chapters and 1 project that are organized in a pedagogical sequence covering various aspects of modeling, texturing, lighting, and animation. The author has followed the tutorial approach to explain various concepts of modeling, texturing, lighting, and animation. The first page of every chapter summarizes the topics that are covered in it. Step-by-step instructions that guide the users through the learning process. Additional information is provided throughout the book in the form of notes and tips. Self-Evaluation test and Review Questions are given at the end of each chapter so that the users can assess their knowledge. Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction to Autodesk 3ds Max 2018 Chapter 2: Standard Primitives Chapter 3: Extended Primitives Chapter 4: Working with Architectural Objects Chapter 5: Splines and Extended Splines Chapter 6: Modifying Splines Chapter 7: Materials and Maps Chapter 8: Modifying 3D Mesh Objects Chapter 9: Graphite Modeling Technique Chapter 10: NURBS Modeling Chapter 11: Compound Objects Chapter 12: Modifiers Chapter 13: Lights and Cameras Chapter 14: Animation Basics Chapter 15: Systems, Hierarchy, and Kinematics Chapter 16: Rigid Body Dynamics and Helpers Chapter 17: Particle Systems and Space Warps-I (For free download) Chapter 18: Particle Systems and Space Warps-II (For free download) Project 1: Creating a Diner Index

Download or read book Advanced AutoCAD 2018: A Problem-Solving Approach, 3D and Advanced, 24th Edition written by Prof. Sham Tickoo and published by CADCIM Technologies. This book was released on 2017-07-31 with total page 758 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Advanced AutoCAD 2018: A Problem Solving Approach, 3D and Advanced, 24th Edition book contains detailed explanation of AutoCAD commands and their applications to solve design problems. Every AutoCAD command is thoroughly explained with the help of examples and illustrations. This makes it easy for the users to understand the functions and applications of the tools and commands. After reading this book, you will be able to create 3D objects, apply materials to objects, generate drafting views of a model, create surface or mesh objects, and render and animate designs, and understand 3D Printing. The book covers designing concepts in detail as well as provides elaborative description of technical drawing in AutoCAD including orthographic projections, dimensioning principles, sectioning, auxiliary views, and assembly drawings. While going through this book, you will discover some new unique applications of AutoCAD that will have a significant effect on your drawings and designs. The book also covers the 3D printing tools introduced in AutoCAD. Salient Features: Comprehensive book consisting 14 chapters that are organized in a pedagogical sequence. Detailed explanation of all commands and tools. Summarized content on the first page of the topics that are covered in the chapter. Hundreds of illustrations for easy understanding of concepts. Step-by-step instructions to guide the users through the learning process. More than 25 real-world mechanical engineering designs as examples. Additional information throughout the book in the form of notes and tips. Self-Evaluation Tests and Review Questions at the end of the chapters to help the users assess their knowledge. Technical support by contacting '[email protected]' Additional learning resources at 'https://allaboutcadcam.blogspot.com' Table of Contents Chapter 1: The User Coordinate System Chapter 2: Getting Started with 3D Chapter 3: Creating Solid Models Chapter 4: Editing 3D Objects-I Chapter 5: Editing 3D Objects-II Chapter 6: Surface Modeling Chapter 7: Mesh Modeling Chapter 8: Rendering and Animating Designs Chapter 9: AutoCAD on Internet and 3D Printing Chapter 10: Script Files and Slide Shows Chapter 11: Creating Linetypes and Hatch Patterns Chapter 12: Customizing the acad.pgp File Chapter 13: Conventional Dimensioning and Projection Theory Using AutoCAD Chapter 14: Isometric Drawings Index

Download or read book Pixologic ZBrush 2018: A Comprehensive Guide, 5th Edition written by Prof. Sham Tickoo and published by CADCIM Technologies. This book was released on with total page 499 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pixologic ZBrush 2018: A Comprehensive Guide covers all features of ZBrush 2018, which is a powerful modeling and sculpting software developed by Pixologic Inc. and is used for developing highly detailed characters for movies, games, and digital design projects. The book provides in-depth details of the concepts and explains the usage and functions of the most commonly used tools of ZBrush. In this edition, new feature such as, ZModeler, NanoMesh, and KeyShot renderer have been also been explained. This book will unleash your creativity and transform your imagination into reality, thus helping you create realistic 3D models. This book caters to the needs of both the novice and advanced users of ZBrush 2018 and is ideally suited for learning at your convenience and at your pace. Salient Features: Consists of 12 chapters & 1 project that are organized in a pedagogical sequence. Covers all aspects such as modeling, texturing, lighting, & animation in ZBrush. Tutorial approach to explain the concepts and usage of tools. First page of every chapter summarizes the topics that are covered in the chapter. Additional information is provided throughout the book in the form of notes and tips. Self-Evaluation test & Review Questions at the end of each chapter so that the users can assess their knowledge. Table of Contents Chapter 1: Exploring ZBrush Interface Chapter 2: Sculpting Brushes Chapter 3: Introduction to Digital Sculpting Chapter 4: SubTools and FiberMesh Chapter 5: ZSpheres Chapter 6: DynaMesh, NanoMesh, and ZRemesher Chapter 7: ShadowBox Chapter 8: Materials in ZBrush Chapter 9: Texturing in ZBrush Chapter 10: UV Master Chapter 11: Lighting Chapter 12: Rendering Project 1: Cartoon Character Modeling Index

Download or read book Exploring Oracle Primavera P6 Professional 18, 3rd Edition written by Prof. Sham Tickoo and published by CADCIM Technologies. This book was released on with total page 291 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Exploring Oracle Primavera P6 Professional 18 book explains the concepts and principles of project management through practical examples, tutorials, and exercises. This enables the users to harness the power of managing projects with Oracle Primavera P6 for their specific use. In this book, the author emphasizes on planning, managing and controlling the projects, assigning resources and roles to a project, and producing schedule and resources reports and graphics. This book is specially meant for professionals and students in engineering, project management and allied fields in the building industry. Salient Features: Detailed explanation of Oracle Primavera concepts. Real-world projects given as tutorials. Tips and Notes throughout the book. 264 pages of illustrated text. Self-Evaluation Tests, Review Questions, and Exercises at the end of the chapters Table of Contents: Chapter 1: Getting Started with Primavera P6 Professional 18 Chapter 2: Creating Projects Chapter 3: Defining Calendars and Work Breakdown Structure Chapter 4: Working with Activities and Establishing Relationships Chapter 5: Defining Resources and Roles Chapter 6: Risks and Issues, and Setting Baselines Chapter 7: Project Expenses and Tracking Progress of Project Chapter 8: Printing Layouts and Reports Index

Download or read book SOLIDWORKS 2018: A Tutorial Approach, 4th Edition written by Prof. Sham Tickoo and published by CADCIM Technologies. This book was released on with total page 566 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: SOLIDWORKS 2018: A Tutorial Approach introduces readers to SOLIDWORKS 2018 software, one of the world's leading parametric solid modeling packages. In this book, the author has adopted a tutorial-based approach to explain the fundamental concepts of SOLIDWORKS. This book has been written with the tutorial point of view and the learn-by-doing theme to help the users easily understand the concepts covered in it. The book consists of 12 chapters that are structured in a pedagogical sequence that makes the book very effective in learning the features and capabilities of the software. The book covers a wide range of topics such as Sketching, Part Modeling, Assembly Modeling, Drafting in SOLIDWORKS 2018. In addition, this book covers the basics of Mold Design, FEA, and SOLIDWORKS Simulation. Salient Features: Consists of 12 chapters that are organized in a pedagogical sequence. Tutorial approach to explain various concepts of SOLIDWORKS 2018. First page of every chapter summarizes the topics that are covered in it. Step-by-step instructions that guide the users through the learning process. Several real-world mechanical engineering designs as tutorials and projects. Additional information throughout the book in the form of notes and tips. Self-Evaluation Tests and Review Questions at the end of the chapters for the users to assess their knowledge. Technical support by contacting '[email protected]'. Additional learning resources at http://allaboutcadcam.blogspot.com. Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction to SOLIDWORKS 2018 Chapter 2: Drawing Sketches for Solid Models Chapter 3: Editing and Modifying Sketches Chapter 4: Adding Relations and Dimensions to Sketches Chapter 5: Advanced Dimensioning Techniques and Base Feature Options Chapter 6: Creating Reference Geometries Chapter 7: Advanced Modeling Tools-I Chapter 8: Advanced Modeling Tools-II Chapter 9: Assembly Modeling Chapter 10: Working with Drawing Views Chapter 11: Introduction to FEA and SOLIDWORKS Simulation Chapter 12: Introduction to Mold Design Student Project Index

Download or read book MAXON CINEMA 4D S24: A Tutorial Approach, 8th Edition written by Prof. Sham Tickoo and published by CADCIM Technologies. This book was released on 2021-10-29 with total page 551 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: MAXON CINEMA 4D S24: A Tutorial Approach is a tutorial-based book and aims at harnessing the power of MAXON CINEMA 4D S24 for modelers, animators, and designers. The book caters to the needs of both the novice and the advance users of MAXON CINEMA 4D S24. Keeping in view the varied requirements of users, the book first introduces the basic features of CINEMA 4D S24 and then progresses to cover the advanced techniques. In this book, three projects based on the tools and concepts covered in the book have been added to enhance the knowledge of users. The third project will enable the users to learn about some major enhancements in Cinema 4D S24 such as the Asset Browser and the new placement tools in depth. Salient Features Consists of 13 Chapters and 3 Projects that are organized in a pedagogical sequence covering various aspects of modeling, sculpting texturing, lighting, rendering, and animation. The author has followed the tutorial approach to explain various concepts of modeling, texturing, lighting, and animation. The first page of every chapter summarizes the topics that are covered in it. Step-by-step instructions that guide the users through the learning process. Additional information is provided throughout the book in the form of notes and tips. Self-Evaluation Test, Review Questions, and Exercises are given at the end of each chapter so that the users can assess their knowledge. Table of Contents Chapter 1: Exploring CINEMA 4D S24 Interface Chapter 2: Working with Splines Chapter 3: Introduction to Polygon Modeling Chapter 4: Sculpting Chapter 5: Texturing Chapter 6: Lighting Chapter 7: Rigging Chapter 8: Animation Chapter 9: Introduction to UV Mapping Chapter 10: Compositing 3D objects Chapter 11: Rendering Chapter 12: MoGraph Chapter 13: Working with XPresso Project 1: Creating an Indoor Scene Project 2: Texturing an Indoor Scene Project 3: Creating an Exterior Scene Index