How to Design Brainvita Using 3D CAD Software
Brainvita, also known as Peg Solitaire, is a popular single-player board game that challenges logical thinking and problem-solving skills. Designing a 3D model of Brainvita requires precision in creating the board and the pegs while maintaining an optimized structure for digital or physical use. SelfCAD, a user-friendly 3D modeling software, provides an efficient platform to design such models with ease.
In this article, we will explore the step-by-step process of designing Brainvita using SelfCAD. From creating the circular board to placing the pegs accurately, this guide will cover essential tools and techniques to achieve a well-structured low poly model. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced designer, mastering these skills in SelfCAD can enhance your ability to create functional and visually appealing 3D models.
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Once you’ve launched the editor;
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose cylinder;Set top radius to 150, Bottom radius to 150, height to 20
Click to finalize cylinder
Click to activate edge selection;
Click selection settings button to change selection settings; set loop selection to true, click on highlighted edge to select loop from the object.
click on highlighted edge to select loop from the object
click on highlighted edge to select loop from the object
Click ‘x’ to close selection settings panel
From the modify category on the toolbar choose fillet; Set intensity to 6, level to 3
Click to finalize fillet
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose torus; Set ring radius to 140, tube radius to 7, tubular segments to 10, radial segments to 30, position y to 18,
Click to finalize torus
Click highlighted part on selection cube to turn off region selection
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose sphere; Set radius to 13, position y to 15,
Click to finalize sphere
From the tools category on the toolbar choose copy offsets; Set x to 30, amount of copies to 2,Click copy button to create copies.
Click ‘x’ to close copy offsets panel
From the tools category on the toolbar choose copy offsets; Set z to 30, amount of copies to 6, Click copy button to create copies.
Click ‘x’ to close copy offsets panel
Click move on the toolbar; Set x to 0, z to 0
Click ‘x’ to close transformation panel
Click copy button to copy selected objects
Click rotate on the toolbar; Set y to 90
Click ‘x’ to close transformation panel
Click on group 1 to select it
Click stitch & scoop on the toolbar; From the tool panel choose union.
Click to finalize union
Click on mesh 4, 8 to select
Click stitch & scoop on the toolbar; from the tool panel choose difference, Choose union 1, mesh 8 to subtract.
Click to finalize difference
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose sphere; Set radius to 12, position x to 30,position y to 15.1, position z to 90.
Click to finalize sphere
Click color picker button to change color of object; Click blue
Click ok
From the tools category on the toolbar choose copy offsets; Set x to -30, amount of copies to 2, Click copy button to create copies.
Click ‘x’ to close copy offsets panel
From the tools category on the toolbar choose copy offsets; Set z to -30, amount of copies to 6, Click copy button to create copies.
Click ‘x’ to close copy offsets panel
Click on mesh 16(6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14) to deselect
Click copy button to copy selected objects; Click rotate on the toolbar; Set y to 90.
Click ‘x’ to close transformation panel
Click on all the meshes to deselect them. Click on mesh 16(10) to select it, Click delete button to delete selected objects
From the edit menu on the top toolbar click select all, then choose group
As you continue honing your design skills, remember that SelfCAD offers a wealth of resources to support your learning journey. To deepen your understanding and explore more advanced features, consider checking out the interactive tutorials (https://www.selfcad.com/tutorials) available on the SelfCAD website. The tutorials page provides a treasure trove of guides, tips, and tricks that cater to designers of all levels.
More structured learning experience can also be accessed at the SelfCAD Academy (https://www.selfcad.com/academy/curriculum/), https://www.youtube.com/@3dmodeling101, and 3D Modeling 101 series (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL74nFNT8yS9DcE1UlUUdiR1wFGv9DDfTB). This comprehensive resource offers in-depth courses taught by industry experts, allowing you to master the intricacies of SelfCAD at your own pace
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