Golf Course Elevations
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I am creating hole diagrams for a major golf tournament in my area (Quad Cities
– IL). Would like to create them in 3D in 3DS3. Anyone have any experience
doing this type of thing? I would like to get any suggestions for making my
life easier on this one. Didn't know if someone like Schrieber had a package to
do this type of thing or not.
Any help appreciated.
Paul
Hi Paul,
Small world! My home town is Milan, IL (a Quad City wannabe)!
Schrieber has 3D Surf and Golf Pack that may help you out. 3D Surf requires
ASCII x,y,z spot elevations to generate a 3D terrain mesh. The Golf Pack is
a collection of models such as golf balls, clubs, flags, and carts.
Schrieber's number is 800-252-1024.
There are other surface mesh generators available as well. I think that there
is a shareware program here in the libraries and Vista Pro is a commercial
program that might also generate the terrain that you want.
The key to which programs will work for you lies in how you will present the
model. Will you be flying the holes in an animated sequence? Or are you
generating stills and just need the 3D shading effect?
Steven
I believe Shrieber does have a golf package, although it contains stuff like
balls, carts, tees, etc. Their # is 1800-252-1024
–John
Paul,
The Package I just sent you has the Schreiber Golf Pak information in it. Look
it over and Give me a Call.
Murph'
Just talked to Scrieber today and looked at the info you sent. This might work.
I would be generating stills, not animating the scenes. Now I need to find out
if they can get me the ascii x,y,z info I need.
Murph – looking forward to the PAR. Thanks for all your help.
Paul
I've also sent you some addtional goodies…
You'll see…hope you can make good use of them.
Murph'