Prepare and import 3D objects
Supported 3D model formats
3dm: Rhinoceros 3D
sldprt, sldasm: SolidWorks
par, psm, pwr, asm: Solid Edge
stp, step
x_t, x_b : Parasolid
igs, iges
jt
OSD
STL
It is also possible to select several files at once. This may be useful if you had split your mechanism and saved each node in a separate file .
Preparing models
MachineMaker allows you to make some basic operations with imported 3D models like moving and rotating. Use transformation panel in the lower right corner to transform your 3D models.
It is possible to move and rotate only the entire 3D model. Please use an external CAD system to make more complex operations with the 3D model .
We recommend saving mechanism 3D model at HOME (zero) positions.
3D models simplifier
MachineMaker automatically simplifies imported files. All unnecessary inner faces and small objects will be deleted.
It is possible to turn off the simplifier in the Settings panel
