Bringing CAD-like workflows to the mesh environment
7 hours ago
- #CAD
- #OpenSource
- #Blender
- CAD Sketcher aims to bring CAD-like precision modeling to Blender without replacing traditional CAD programs.
- The addon allows for constraint-based 2D sketching with features like tangents, dimensions, and angles, converting sketches into editable beziers or meshes.
- Future plans include expanding into 3D constraints, sketch-to-sketch referencing, and exploring assemblies and NURBS workflows.
- CAD Sketcher is FOSS (Free Open Source Software) and seeks community support for development through contributions and funding.
- Long-term goals include supporting other precision-oriented Blender addons, like CAM integration and .step file support.
- The project is licensed under GNU GPL, ensuring it remains free and open-source.
- The team emphasizes transparency and community involvement, with updates shared via Discord and Gumroad.
- Current statistics include over 4,050 Discord members and 58,473+ downloads.