Rhino 3D
The world's most versatile 3D modeler.
Overview
Rhinoceros (Rhino) is a commercial 3D computer graphics and computer-aided design (CAD) application software. Rhino is known for its ability to create, edit, analyze, document, render, animate, and translate NURBS curves, surfaces, and solids, point clouds, and polygon meshes. It is widely used for industrial design, architecture, marine design, jewelry design, automotive design, CAD / CAM, rapid prototyping, reverse engineering, and product design.
✨ Key Features
- Free-form NURBS modeling
- Mesh modeling
- Analysis and drafting tools
- Rendering
- Extensive plugin support (e.g., Grasshopper for parametric design)
- Wide range of file format compatibility
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Exceptional free-form NURBS modeling capabilities
- Extensible with a vast ecosystem of plugins
- Perpetual licensing option
Unique Value: Offers unparalleled freedom in 3D modeling, enabling designers to create any shape they can imagine with precision.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Parametric mechanical design (less feature-rich than dedicated MCAD software)
🏆 Alternatives
Provides more advanced and flexible surface modeling tools than many general-purpose CAD programs.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Varies tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 90-day free trial
Free tier: NA
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