[Chuck Hellebuyck] wanted to clone some model car raceway track and realised that ... This was then extruded into 3D to make a pretty accurate-looking clone of the original part.

The process of creating 3D models from 2D images has traditionally ... Upload Your Image: Begin by uploading a 2D image. For optimal results, use simple designs with clear outlines.

Obviously the machine learning tool requires more work, yet provides a fantastic glimpse at what we can expect in the future for the creation of 3D models. Now that 2D images so easy to create ...

Pantographs were once used as simple ... a 3D-capable pantograph mechanism. It’s a neat way to learn about geometry, and could even be useful if you’re doing some work in tracing 2D drawings ...