Software - Magics
This is a program i used quite a bit while i was in school. I threw some crazy .stl files and it always fixed them. It’s a bit pricey so i haven’t been able to get a copy at work but we’re working on it. Many of the rapid prototyping machines require “water tight” models. Even though i can clean my models up bunch by modeling cleanly there are times when you are going to need this program. if your spending $3000 on a model you don’t want to run the risk of it coming back all messed up. (i don’t get paid to say this stuff, just sharing a resources) If you can try to down the trial version and give if a shot. Magics can pretty much boolean anything you throw at it. When i download the demo I’ll make a video tutorial showing how to use the fix wizard.
Software :Magics
Manufacturer : Materialise
URL : http://www.materialise.com/materialise/view/en/92074-Magics.html
Trial Version : http://www.materialise.com/materialise/view/en/277522-Download.html
Industries : Medical, Automotive, Product design, 3d Scanning
Primary use : Mesh Repair for Rapid prototyping
Product Description : Magics software enables you to import a wide variety of CAD formats and to export files ready for rapid prototyping, tooling and manufacturing. Its applications include repairing and optimising 3D models; analyzing parts; making process-related design changes on your STL files; designing fixtures; documenting your projects; production planning and much more.
