Organic Vs Geometric shapes
Organic Shapes
- Organic shape are irregular shapes with inconsistent planes, radius.
- Example - a stone, bones, sculpture or a hand carved object.
- Organic shapes are difficult for creating a parametric model
- Organic shapes are good for a ‘surface wrap’
Geometric Shapes
- Geometric shapes have regular geometry with consistent planes, radius, draft protrusions.
- Example - any consumer electronic product machined or molded parts.
- Typically a solid model is more useful for geometric shapes.
| Property | Surface Wrap | Modeled Surfaces |
| Symmetry |
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| Consistent draft, rounds |
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| Used for Prototyping |
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| Can be created as a Solid |
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| Best for Organic Shapes |
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| Best for Geometric Shapes |
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| Can be Modified |
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| Cost for Organic Shapes |
Lower |
Higher |
| Cost for Geometric Shapes |
Higher |
Lower |
