ntweisen Posted October 9, 2009 Share Posted October 9, 2009 These are some pictures of amusement park rides I have modeled in CATIA V5 for practice and fun. These models were then converted to 3dxml and loaded into 3Dvia. You can play with some of the 3D models here (even download them onto your iPhone) http://www.3dvia.com/search/models/ntweisen (need to install 3D player first). Start of a wood coaster. Waterslide Vekoma POV Steel coaster. Arrow style. Intamin Ball COaster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scruffy Posted October 9, 2009 Share Posted October 9, 2009 Very cool wish I could do art work like this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DBru Posted October 9, 2009 Share Posted October 9, 2009 Those look great, ntweisen! Â Thanks for sharing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KPWoCkAxX Posted October 9, 2009 Share Posted October 9, 2009 You're really good at this. Are you interested in a career in CAD? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ntweisen Posted October 12, 2009 Author Share Posted October 12, 2009 Well, I do currently have a job as a CAD engineer, so yes, but I'm not sure it would be something I want to do forever. It would be awesome to do CAD work for an amusement park supplier. Â The models are fully functional 3D models. I can do a number of cool things with them like stress analysis. Â I have started a model of Wicked Twister at Cedar Point. Does anyone happen to know what the dimensions of Intamin's track is? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DBru Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 I've heard 48x48in...can't confirm that for sure, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nannerdw Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 I think it's typically 48" wide x 54" tall (Measured from the centerline of each rail). Â I don't remember where I found these pictures, but they might help with track and wheel assembly dimensions. Â http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a361/nannerdw/mavericktrain.jpg http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a361/nannerdw/mavericktrain2.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DBru Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 Wow...I never even realized that Intamin's box track wasn't a true square. Â Thanks, nannerd! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ntweisen Posted October 26, 2009 Author Share Posted October 26, 2009 Thanks, those are good pictures and should help a lot!  I've converted all of the original Catia models to 3D XML format and uploaded them to 3D VIA. For those who are not familiar, 3D XML is a universal, lightweight XML-based format that enables users to share live, accurate 3D data quickly and easily. A free player is provided by Dassault Systemes (you will need to install a plugin in order to view our creations). The models come with no history, meaning you can’t see exactly how they were built, just what the end result is.  One of the coolest features of 3D VIA is the ability to integrate high quality 3D models within Word and PowerPoint documents, which is as easy as dragging and dropping the 3D XML file into the Office document. This also enables users to view interactive, real-time 3D applications in a Web browser or stream them from a website. In fact, another great feature is the complete three-dimensional models can even be viewed on your iPhone!  Check out the 3D models and project page: http://www.3dvia.com/users/ntweisen http://campus.3ds.com/students/project-showroom/go/project/catia-amusement-park-rides/  (Would embed the models here but couldn't get it to work. If you can figure it out please let me know how!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ntweisen Posted December 15, 2009 Author Share Posted December 15, 2009 Here are a few new pictures of recent models I have been working on, and S&S Screamin Swing and a Wicked Twister recreation. More lengthy detailed information on my blog. Please let me know what you think. Wicked Twister Close up SkyHawk recreation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chemical_echo Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 How did you get into CAD engineering? I love playing around with NX 6.0 on my laptop and would love a career in that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ntweisen Posted December 15, 2009 Author Share Posted December 15, 2009 I went to school at the University of Toledo for Mechanical engineering but really didn't do anything with CAD while in school. A company called Technigraphics was at our career fair and it looked interesting so I interviewed and got a job there as a CAD engineer. They've given me plenty of training classes, not just on CATIA but on Pro-E and Parts Solution as well. Are you thinking about becoming a CAD engineer? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chemical_echo Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 Yea, I'm in mechanical engineering right now but the only classes I really seem to enjoy are the ones dealing with CAD. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ntweisen Posted December 15, 2009 Author Share Posted December 15, 2009 That's how I felt. I have a degree in mechanical engineering but I have yet to use any of it. I learned AutoCAD in high school so I didn't have to take the required CAD course in college. We only used CAD in a few classes here and there for projects. Luckily, my company has provided all of the additional training I have needed. To me, the easiest way to learn CAD or CATIA is just to play around with it on your own or with a hands on example. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nannerdw Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 A lot of companies offer free student versions of their software. I have downloaded the latest AutoCAD, Inventor, and ProE this way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KPWoCkAxX Posted December 15, 2009 Share Posted December 15, 2009 These are fantastic. I especially like the Swing. Good job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steelinwood Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 Great job with wicked twister so far! I'm in drafting at my school, but the teacher is terrible and makes us do stuff the old fashioned way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ntweisen Posted February 10, 2010 Author Share Posted February 10, 2010 Uploaded a new picture.Thinking about getting either the Lego carousel model, Coaster Dynamix Scorpian or Comet. Suggestions or advice? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ntweisen Posted March 1, 2010 Author Share Posted March 1, 2010 Here are a few updated images. I have been playing around with the rendering feature in CATIA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ntweisen Posted March 24, 2010 Author Share Posted March 24, 2010 I had some extra time today so I decided to work a little bit on my Intamin Zac Spin/Ball coaster. I added a photo booth, queue line, and some lamps. I’ve tried to pay a lot of attention to detail- notice the magnetic brake fins on the track, the bolts on the supports, the ladder for maintenance, the sign above the queue entrance, and more. I also quickly mocked up a car just so that those not familiar with this type of ride might get an idea of how it works. Hopefully I will have the time and the patience to keep adding features to this model. (Click on the pictures for a closer viewer). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerrinemitchell Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 I liked this models if this models come in the real life than it can be real fun, nice models. Looks like you are profession model maker. So have you made any of this for a real theme park. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ntweisen Posted May 28, 2010 Author Share Posted May 28, 2010 Posted a few new pictures here, this time of my Pilgrims Plunge recreation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DBru Posted June 4, 2010 Share Posted June 4, 2010 Very cool and accurate recreation. Nice work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ntweisen Posted June 25, 2010 Author Share Posted June 25, 2010 Began working on the cantilevered coaster car concept. I attached a picture of the lower chasis. Lower Chasis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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