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by Chris Tyler: Fundamentals | Modeling
Texturing | 7.5 Rendering
UV Mapping | Misc
8.0 Specific

Scaling from the side of an object numerically

Christopher Tyler May, 10th 2012 0 Comments

CX Beginner, CX Intermediate, CX Modeling, CX Version 7 Specific, Design 3D CX

This quick object manipulation tutorial shows how to numerically scale an object while keeping one side stationary. Objects are normally scaled numerically from the center of the object, not from the object pivot (or origin). This shows how to scale so one side remains stationary using the Snap Tool. This also shows how to use the Keyboard shortcuts dialog to assign a key to the Snap Tool.

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Using a Displacement map to model part of a plug

Rodrigo Duarte May, 7th 2012 5 Comments

CX Beginner, CX Modeling, CX Texturing

Displacement map textures are not for every modeling job, but they are very well suited for some tasks. In this tutorial we will use one such texture to model the piece that reinforces the connection of the cable to the plug.

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by Chris Tyler: Fundamentals | Modeling
Texturing | 7.5 Rendering
UV Mapping | Misc
8.0 Specific

Additive nature of reflections

Christopher Tyler May, 3rd 2012 0 Comments

CX Beginner, CX Intermediate, CX Texturing, CX Version 7 Specific

This tutorial demonstrates how material layers are composited together by using rendering to layers. This helps to demonstrate the importance of balancing energy between the reflection and diffuse layers.