How to Design Brainvita Using 3D CAD Software

Learn How to Design Brainvita Using 3D CAD Software with the help of this article

How to Design Brainvita Using 3D CAD Software

Brainvita, also known as Peg Solitaire, is a popular single-player board game that challenges logical thinking and problem-solving skills. Designing a 3D model of Brainvita requires precision in creating the board and the pegs while maintaining an optimized structure for digital or physical use. SelfCAD, a user-friendly 3D modeling software, provides an efficient platform to design such models with ease.

In this article, we will explore the step-by-step process of designing Brainvita using SelfCAD. From creating the circular board to placing the pegs accurately, this guide will cover essential tools and techniques to achieve a well-structured low poly model. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced designer, mastering these skills in SelfCAD can enhance your ability to create functional and visually appealing 3D models.

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Once you’ve launched the editor;

From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose cylinder;Set top radius to 150, Bottom radius to 150, height to 20

Click to finalize cylinder

Click to activate edge selection;

Click selection settings button to change selection settings; set loop selection to true, click on highlighted edge to select loop from the object.

click on highlighted edge to select loop from the object

click on highlighted edge to select loop from the object

Click ‘x’ to close selection settings panel

From the modify category on the toolbar choose fillet; Set intensity to 6, level to 3

Click to finalize fillet

From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose torus; Set ring radius to 140, tube radius to 7, tubular segments to 10, radial segments to 30, position y to 18,

Click to finalize torus

Click highlighted part on selection cube to turn off region selection

From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose sphere; Set radius to 13, position y to 15,

Click to finalize sphere

From the tools category on the toolbar choose copy offsets; Set x to 30, amount of copies to 2,Click copy button to create copies.

Click ‘x’ to close copy offsets panel

From the tools category on the toolbar choose copy offsets; Set z to 30, amount of copies to 6, Click copy button to create copies.

Click ‘x’ to close copy offsets panel

Click move on the toolbar; Set x to 0, z to 0

Click ‘x’ to close transformation panel

Click copy button to copy selected objects

Click rotate on the toolbar; Set y to 90

Click ‘x’ to close transformation panel

Click on group 1 to select it

Click stitch & scoop on the toolbar; From the tool panel choose union.

Click to finalize union

Click on mesh 4, 8 to select

Click stitch & scoop on the toolbar; from the tool panel choose difference, Choose union 1, mesh 8 to subtract.

Click to finalize difference

From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose sphere; Set radius to 12, position x to 30,position y to 15.1, position z to 90.

Click to finalize sphere

Click color picker button to change color of object; Click blue

Click ok

From the tools category on the toolbar choose copy offsets; Set x to -30, amount of copies to 2, Click copy button to create copies.

Click ‘x’ to close copy offsets panel

From the tools category on the toolbar choose copy offsets; Set z to -30, amount of copies to 6, Click copy button to create copies.

Click ‘x’ to close copy offsets panel

Click on mesh 16(6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14) to deselect

Click copy button to copy selected objects; Click rotate on the toolbar; Set y to 90.

Click ‘x’ to close transformation panel

Click on all the meshes to deselect them. Click on mesh 16(10) to select it, Click delete button to delete selected objects

From the edit menu on the top toolbar click select all, then choose group

As you continue honing your design skills, remember that SelfCAD offers a wealth of resources to support your learning journey. To deepen your understanding and explore more advanced features, consider checking out the interactive tutorials (https://www.selfcad.com/tutorials) available on the SelfCAD website. The tutorials page provides a treasure trove of guides, tips, and tricks that cater to designers of all levels.

More structured learning experience can also be accessed at the SelfCAD Academy (https://www.selfcad.com/academy/curriculum/), https://www.youtube.com/@3dmodeling101, and 3D Modeling 101 series (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL74nFNT8yS9DcE1UlUUdiR1wFGv9DDfTB). This comprehensive resource offers in-depth courses taught by industry experts, allowing you to master the intricacies of SelfCAD at your own pace