Collection: Cyberstrak

The Cyberstrak modelling plugin for Rhino enhances Rhinoceros 3D (versions 7 and 8) by providing advanced tools for the analysis and modification of freeform shapes. It introduces a suite of commands designed to streamline the creation and refinement of NURBS geometry and meshes. Key features include the Curve Sketcher, which facilitates intuitive drawing and editing of curves, and the Smoothing Tools, which enable the refinement of curves, surfaces, and mesh areas to achieve desired smoothness. The Surface Blend Creation tool allows for seamless transitions between surfaces, while NURBS Control Vertex Modelling offers precise manipulation of control vertices for detailed adjustments. Additionally, the plugin supports NURBS Surface Generation on Meshes, enabling the creation of NURBS surfaces directly on selected mesh areas.

Each modelling command is equipped with a local Undo/Redo function, allowing users to easily compare different stages of their work. Integrated analysis tools assist in evaluating geometry quality, ensuring optimal results. The plugin also features a dedicated analysis toolbar with commands such as Sectioning, which generates cross-sections through geometry for detailed inspection, and Curvature Analysis, which assesses the curvature of curves and surfaces to ensure design integrity. The Graphical Deviation Display visually represents deviations between objects, such as between a surface and a mesh, and the Transition Quality Analysis tool evaluates the smoothness between matched curves or surfaces.

These analyses are dynamically updated, reflecting any modifications made during the modelling process, ensuring that designers and stylists receive real-time feedback. This facilitates efficient and accurate design iterations. By integrating the Cyberstrak modelling plugin into their workflow, professionals can significantly enhance their capabilities in freeform shape design and analysis within Rhinoceros 3D.