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Abstracts:


1. Basic NURBS creation
Abstract: To be more realistic I think basic modeling tools should be included first.
This list is oriented along what MOI (Moments of Inspiration) offers.
It is a very simple and slick 3D NURBS modeler focusing only needed tools.


2. Possible SDS to NURBS converter
Abstract: This is a project of University of Cambridge and open-source following
NURBS with Extraordinary Points: High-degree, Non-uniform, Rational Subdivision Schemes

This code might provide an attractive and strong alternative to commercial products like T-Splines
or Maya to convert low polygon models / SDS to NURBS surfaces for rapid organic surface modeling.


3. More advanced NURBS tools
Abstract: This is a list of more advanced features for rather complex tasks and precision modeling.

1. Basic NURBS Tool Proposal:

Basic NURBS creation:
  • Lines, curves, point, spiral
  • Surface
    • Loft
    • Lathe/Revolve
    • Extrude
    • Sweep Rail (1 and 2 Rails)
    • Curve Network
    • Planar Surface
    • Surface from edge curves
  • Boolean operation

Basic NURBS tools:
  • Trim Untrim
  • Split
  • Project
  • Blend
  • Fillet

2. SDS to NURBS Proposal:

Subdnurbs : NURBS with Extraordinary Points: High-degree, Non-uniform, Rational Subdivision Schemes
LINK: http://www.cl.cam.ac.uk/~tc270/subdnurbs.html

3. Adv NURBS Tool Proposal:

Basic NURBS creation:
  • Merge Match surface / curves
  • G1 to G4 continuity for curve and surface tools (blend, curve network, others)