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Alias Sub D Modeling a Steering Wheel and How to Import and Export to Blender

HandleBar3D via YouTube

Overview

Learn sub-d modeling techniques for creating a steering wheel in Alias Studio 2022 and explore the process of importing and exporting between Alias and Blender. Master essential skills such as extruding the outer wheel, bridging edges, symmetric modeling, beveling, and using the cut tool. Discover advanced techniques like retopology for improved control, fixing symmetry issues, welding forms, and inserting tool tips. Explore the conversion of sub-d models to NURB objects, adding part lines with the Panel Gap Tool, and incorporating stitches into your wheel design. Gain valuable insights into the workflow between Alias and Blender, enhancing your 3D modeling capabilities for automotive design projects.

Syllabus

Export out of Alias and Import into Blender
Export out of Blender and Import into Alias
Modeling the Steering Wheel
Extruding the Outer Wheel
Bridging the Edges
Symmetric Modeling
Bevel an Edge
Using the Cut tool
Retopology to add more control to the main body
Fixing lost symmetric modeling
Welding the middle of the form
Insert tool tips
Adding a part line and Unwelding
Converting Sub D to Nurb object
Adding parting lines with the Panel Gap Tool
Adding Stitches to your wheel

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HandleBar3D

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