STEP BY STEP CREATING A LATHE MODEL

The following model sequences (by Ian Henderson) can be created using most generic computer graphics programmes, such as 3ds Max, Maya, Softimage, or LightWave.

1

Spline. Create the required shape using the Line tool.

2

Spline shape section profile. Adjust the spline to create a section profile. In this case the spline was offset using the Edit Spline Outline tool to provide the section profile with some thickness, and two vertices were filleted to round off the end of the profile.

3

Creating a lathe mesh. Select the section profile spline. Create a lathe mesh using the Lathe modifier from the modifier list.

4

Lathe mesh. Adjust the Lathe modifiers parameter settings to refine the mesh.

5

Mapping a material. A material was assigned to the surface. The mapping coordinates were set using the lathe meshes’ built-in mapping system.