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Considerably easier to use than other 3D software, Google SketchUp has found a niche in architecture, landscape design, real estate development, furniture building, and other design professions. This book provides an accessible approach that assumes no previous 3D modeling experience and explains the basic concepts involved in 3D modeling. Wiley Pathways SketchUp shows you how to build a 3D model, print it, share it, export it to another professional design package, export it to Google Earth, and create a 3D animated tour. The book will also help you harness the power of Google SketchUp so you can populate Google Earth with 3D buildings, monuments, and other sculptures.
This book introduces Google SketchUp, a user-friendly 3D modeling software, for individuals with no prior experience. It details the fundamental concepts of 3D modeling and guides users through the process of creating, printing, sharing, and exporting 3D models. The text also covers exporting models to Google Earth and generating animated tours, aiming to empower users to contribute to Google Earth's virtual landscape.
The book is presented as an accessible entry point for learning Google SketchUp, assuming no prior knowledge of 3D modeling. Its focus on practical applications, from basic model creation to exporting for platforms like Google Earth, suggests it aims to be a comprehensive introductory guide. The structure implies a hands-on approach, likely appealing to beginners in architecture, design, and related fields.
Page Count:
480
Publication Date:
2007-09-17
Publisher:
Wiley
ISBN-10:
0470175656
ISBN-13:
9780470175651
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