A CASE STUDY OF MODELING A TORUS IN DIFFERENT MODELING SOFTWARES

摘要

Modeling of the complex geometric shapes requires the use of appropriate softwares. This studyanalyzes the process of modeling with two different computer softwares, AutoCAD and Rhinoceros. Theaim is to demonstrate the similarities and differences between these softwares when used for modelingtorus, a double curved geometric surface. The two modeling processes are compared in order toinvestigate the potentials of these softwares in the modeling of an architectural structure comprising a shellof the torus. After a detailed comparative analysis, the essential characteristics and shortcomings of theseprograms are emphasized and they were used to recommend the more appropriate one.