Vector Software: Find the Best for 3D Drawings

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For creating mechanical vector drawings in 3D, users find InkScape limited in its capabilities. There is a need for clarification on the specific requirements for 3D vector graphics, such as whether the focus is on vector math or full drawing tools. Java3D is suggested as an alternative for those familiar with Java, offering an API for 3D graphics. The discussion emphasizes the importance of identifying the intended use of the software to find the best fit. Overall, users are seeking robust software options beyond InkScape for 3D vector drawing needs.
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Hi all,

I'm looking for some nice software to make mechanical vector drawings (3D). InkScape is a good one, but is quite limited concerning 3D drawings.
Any suggestions?

Thanks in advance!
 
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willywilly said:
Hi all,

I'm looking for some nice software to make mechanical vector drawings (3D). InkScape is a good one, but is quite limited concerning 3D drawings.
Any suggestions?

Thanks in advance!

I would like to help but I would ask what do you want to do with the 3D vectors?
Do you want to show Vector addition/subtraction? Perhaps read off the numerical resultant?
Or are you thinking of a full drawing tool that uses vector math to make 3D objects that can be scaled and rotated?

Ok, I just took a look at a description of InkScape. Looks like you are looking for drawing software.
If you know Java, Java3D is an API for doing 3d graphics.
 
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