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Bend Modifier for Modular design. 3D Studio Max
Hey all, I have been trying to better understand modular workflows for environment design, I'm not very savvy with maths so I am having quite a bit of trouble figuring out how to get my meshes to bend into grid space. These are the settings I am using I want to learn how to use the bend modifier on a wall that I have… -
Re: Bend Modifier for Modular design. 3D Studio Max
Thanks for the links and help guys, Ive managed to work it out now and should be able to start blocking out a scene! -
Re: Bend Modifier for Modular design. 3D Studio Max
Mark you are my hero, -
Re: Bend Modifier for Modular design. 3D Studio Max
Oh, people use math for this? :dizzy: After step 3, I simply add the bend modifier, go into orthographic top view, and move the bend pivot so it looks right. Possibly adding a 2x2 FFD as well to snap it to grid. -
Re: Bend Modifier for Modular design. 3D Studio Max
I haven't figured out the exact math/science behind it, this is as close as I get and it works 99% of the time. If you want the corners to touch, I just use the symmetry modifier, with the pivot in the inner corner. -
Re: Bend Modifier for Modular design. 3D Studio Max
What is the question, exactly? Have you checked the help files regarding the bend modifier and/or googled? The wiki is helpful, as is this post.
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