• Import your 3D model
    • Use the Import command for importing your 3D scan (.stl file) into Rhino.
    • Hint: If you can't see anything after importing, check the Zoom extents button in the tool bar.
  •  Cut your mesh
    • You need a surface to cut a mesh. Use the Surface command to do this.

    • The MeshSplit command divides meshes into parts with another object, in this case your surface.

  • Simplify your mesh
    • If you haven't scanned an object but downloaded a high res 3d object / mesh, you can simplify this. You'll need this later when working with Grasshopper.

    • The ReduceMesh command decreases the polygon mesh face count while minimizing geometric and texture distortion.

  • ShowEdges

  • MatchMeshEdge

    • The MatchMeshEdge command moves face edges of an open mesh to meet adjacent face edges.


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