 | | | Re: Types of modelers and vertex modeler questions. | Re: Types of modelers and vertex modeler questions. 2005-09-23 - By ccoles_avengers
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Andrew, the "Human 3D Graphics Encyclopedia" ;). We can always count
on you for some great explanations on 3D theory and stuff. :)
Thanks.
Claudia
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--- In Carrara@(protected), "Andrew" <awbenson99@(protected)> wrote:
> --- In Carrara@(protected), "pixelwitz" <pixelwitz@(protected)> wrote:
>
> > What is the primative modeler?
>
>
>
> A primative model is simply different than a vertex model by the way
> the program handles the data of the object. A primative model should
> be considered set in stone, meaning you don't want to modify or do
> anything complex with it. Like a prop seen in a background of a
> stage. Primative models do not have as much data as vertex models, so
> they taken up considerably less disk space for the computer to store
> and to process.
>
> Vertex models can have morph targets, explict animation (well, more
> morph targets if refering to C4 over C3), and many other
> characteristics from the modeling room.
>
> Primative models can be later converted into the VM but this
> trianglates the model and may change normals and other
characteristics.
>
> However, if disk space is not an concern, one can easily use the
> Vertex Models for everything and you wouldn't have any problems.
>
> AWBenson
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