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ZW3D Superhero Vehicle Design Challenge

Design a vehicle for your favorite superhero.

For most people, superheroes are an irreplaceable part of their childhood. It's full of reading a lot of comics, watching cartoons on TV, or going to the movies to watch them on the big screen. You remember their powers and recite them to your friends without any effort.

They all need to get to the scene to do rescues, but not all heroes can fly. Have you ever imagined a design for your favorite superheroes ride to the action? Now is the time to recapture your dream superhero vehicle and model it in 3D.

ZWSOFT joins GrabCAD once again for a design challenge, which provides GrabCADrs a chance to show their imagination, creativity, and design skills. Designs are not limited to cars, create any form of transportation to help your favorite superheroes get there faster.

ZWSOFT will provide a trial license for every participant, you can download it here. Please do not include any images of your superhero - mention your superhero inspiration in the description, along with the motivation for your choice of vehicle. To activate a 60-day trial license use the code: PLG5-9TXE-XFKR-HAAR-Z322-ZDFF.

For a KeyShot trial without watermarked renderings, email license@luxion.com with "ZW3D Vehicle Challenge" in the subject line. You will receive a 15 day license for use in the contest.

Requirements

  • Design your entry with ZW3D. Participants are not allowed to import a 3D model that was created with another software and saved as a Z3 file. Make significant modifications on any imported models, or build a new model with existing parts that were imported into ZW3D. Link to any existing parts used and give credit to the original author.

  • Participant must submit a .z3 file, rendering, and a STEP or IGES files of the their design.

  • Participants are encouraged to use the “Hybrid Modeling” function of ZW3D when designing their vehicles!

Rules

  • The competition is open to everyone. You can submit as many designs as you’d like, given that each follows the listed requirements.

  • Only models uploaded to GrabCAD library through this Challenge page will participate in the competition. Participants must submit z3 files, which is the file format of ZW3D, to this challenge. Tag the entries with “supervehicle”.

  • Team entries are welcome. In case of team win, prize money will be transferred to team leader who is solely responsible for splitting it among team members. Limit one prize per person/team.

  • Applicants are not entitled to any compensation or reimbursement for any costs. The applicant’s participation shall not constitute employment, assignment or offer of employment or assignment.

  • Winning designs will be chosen based on the rules and requirements. The submissions will be judged on design and creativity.

  • By entering this competition, you:
    a. Warrant that the work is your original work.
    b. To the best of your knowledge, it is not, and has not been in production or otherwise previously published or exhibited.
    c. Neither the work nor its use infringes the intellectual property rights (whether a patent, utility model, functional design right, aesthetic design right, trade mark, copyright or any other intellectual property right) of any other person.

  • All cash prizes awarded through Paypal. Void where prohibited. The sum of the Awards is the total gross amount of the reward. The awarded participant is solely liable for the payment of all taxes, duties and other similar measures if imposed on the reward pursuant to the legislation of the country of his/her residence, domicile, citizenship, workplace, or any other criterion of similar nature.

  • All entries must be submitted publicly and awarded entries become the intellectual property (IP) of the Challenge sponsor. The Sponsor has the right to promote the winning entries. All private submissions will be made public at the Challenge deadline.

  • This Challenge starts on September 16, 2013 and ends on October 27, 2013, at 11:59pm UTC. Winners will be announced latest November 27, 2013.

  • We will release the finalists before the final announcement to give the Community an opportunity to "vote" for their favorites in the comments. The jury will take these into consideration when picking the final winner. This new addition is based on feedback from you!

Prizes

Cash awards, 3D printers, 3D mice

1st Place

$1,000 + Tiertime Up! Plus 3D Printer (MSRP $1,499) + 3Dconnexion SpacePilot® Pro 3D Mouse

2nd Place

$800 + Tiertime Up! Mini 3D Printer (MSRP $899) + 3Dconnexion SpaceMouse® Pro 3D Mouse

3rd Place

$600 + Tiertime Up! Mini 3D Printer (MSRP $899) + 3Dconnexion SpaceNavigator® 3D Mouse

4th Place

Most Creative Design: $200 + 3Dconnexion SpaceNavigator® 3D Mouse

5th Place

Most Popular Design: $200 + 3Dconnexion SpaceNavigator® 3D Mouse

About the jury?

The jury will be comprised of experts from ZWSoft, Tiertime Technology and GrabCAD.

About The Sponsors

ZW3D, formally VX CAD CAM, is cost-effective CAD/CAM software developed by ZWSOFT . It integrates product design, sheet metal, reverse engineering, product assembly, mold development and machining all in one package. A free trial of ZW3D is available from www.zwsoft.com .

ZWSOFT is a world-renowned CAD/CAM solutions provider for the AEC and MCAD industries, with over 180,000 clients in 80 countries. ZWSOFT 's products, ZWCAD and ZW3D, have satisfied the needs of 2D and 3D designers for over a decade.

3D Connexion offers the ultimate selection of 3D mice for navigation and motion control in CAD applications, compatible with more than 100 software programs.

Tiertime Technology is specialized in providing Additive Manufacturing and 3D printing solutions. Its product lines include industrial machines, the Inspire series, and desktop versions, the Up! Series. Its award winning UP! Plus desktop 3D printer has been recognized as one of the best desktop 3D printers in the world. Its products are used for creation of parts from a 3D data scheme, and its solutions are widely used in Education, Medical & Health Care, Manufacturing Industry, Aeronautics & Astronautics, Animation & Product Design, and industries related to design process.

146 comments

  • Wing Zhu

    Wing Zhu almost 12 years ago

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    Wing Zhu has uploaded 0 CAD models & has left 16 comments.
  • Tan Wei Kok

    Tan Wei Kok almost 12 years ago

    @Wing Zhu So what do we do after the 30 days trial is over? Contact you for an extension? Must the render also be ZW3D engine or we can use 3rd party render? Thanks =)

    Tan Wei Kok has uploaded 22 CAD models & has left 153 comments.
  • AIT OUFKIR YASSINE

    AIT OUFKIR YASSINE almost 12 years ago

    verry interessting challenge, I Love it have the same question Must the render also be ZW3D engine or we can use 3rd party render? Thanks =v

    AIT OUFKIR YASSINE has uploaded 32 CAD models & has left 377 comments.
  • Wing Zhu

    Wing Zhu almost 12 years ago

    @AIT OUFKIR YASSINE & Tan Wei Kok , we suggest you can use Keyshot for the rendering. The extended trial license will be provided shortly.

    Wing Zhu has uploaded 0 CAD models & has left 16 comments.
  • KeyShot

    KeyShot almost 12 years ago

    Hey everyone. Luxion will provide a trial license for you to use to rendering your ZW3D model, you can download that here: http://keyshot.com/try/

    For a KeyShot trial without watermarked renderings, email license@luxion.com with “ZW3D Vehicle Challenge” in the subject line. You will receive a 15 day license for use in the contest and can request for an extension.

    KeyShot has uploaded 35 CAD models & has left 86 comments.
  • Tan Wei Kok

    Tan Wei Kok almost 12 years ago

    Just curious. Is there any restriction/guideline on the type of "super hero" during judging? Western? Orient? Anime? Manga? Comic? Modern? Ancient? Good guys? Baddies? Or really free for all =) Different people define super hero differently. Don't want to be "hit" by another silent death later.

    Tan Wei Kok has uploaded 22 CAD models & has left 153 comments.
  • Stephan H. Tobias (BuseHase)

    Stephan H. Tobias (BuseHase) almost 12 years ago

    Why i have to be sign in for the trial version?

    Stephan H. Tobias (BuseHase) has uploaded 37 CAD models & has left 198 comments.
  • AJ Stauffer

    AJ Stauffer almost 12 years ago

    This is a cool challenge, unfortunately I run Solidworks and dont have time to mess with an alternate software.

    AJ Stauffer has uploaded 22 CAD models & has left 46 comments.
  • Fahad Rafi Butt

    Fahad Rafi Butt almost 12 years ago

    why would a super hero needs a vehical? ever wondered?

    Fahad Rafi Butt has uploaded 360 CAD models & has left 643 comments.
  • Fahad Rafi Butt

    Fahad Rafi Butt almost 12 years ago

    HUMVEE is the ultimate super hero vehicle! already invented! :)

    Fahad Rafi Butt has uploaded 360 CAD models & has left 643 comments.
  • AIT OUFKIR YASSINE

    AIT OUFKIR YASSINE almost 12 years ago

    @Wing Zhv I Will Be Glad to USE Keyshot, but we can't use others softwares for the rendering ??, i Perfect Vray Rendering, and i would like to take advantage of That, but all the modeling and the work will be absolutely with ZW3D,

    AIT OUFKIR YASSINE has uploaded 32 CAD models & has left 377 comments.
  • Wing Zhu

    Wing Zhu almost 12 years ago

    @Tan Wei Kok No restriction on the hero type. :)

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  • Wing Zhu

    Wing Zhu almost 12 years ago

    @ AIT OUFKIR YASSINE No restriction on the render tools. Keyshot may be one of your options to help you get a wonderful render. And keyshot is the render tool which can work better with ZW3D designs. We strongly recommend you may have a try.

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  • Wing Zhu

    Wing Zhu almost 12 years ago

    @Fahad Rafi Butt Heroes also like and need great tools to be more superior. Eg: Green Goblin has a flying machine. Why not free our imagination to enjoy this challenge. Great days to everyone!

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  • Wing Zhu

    Wing Zhu almost 12 years ago

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  • Tan Wei Kok

    Tan Wei Kok almost 12 years ago

    @Wing Zhu I just complete Tutorial 1 and I am prompt that I am unable to save/export in Trial version. How should I proceed? Thanks =(

    Tan Wei Kok has uploaded 22 CAD models & has left 153 comments.
  • Wing Zhu

    Wing Zhu almost 12 years ago

    @ Tan Wei Kok, you need to activate your trial version with:PLG5-9TXE-XFKR-HAAR-Z322-ZDFF

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  • Wing Zhu

    Wing Zhu almost 12 years ago

    To All participants of this challenge, you may activate your trial version to a 60-day trial version with this extended license code:PLG5-9TXE-XFKR-HAAR-Z322-ZDFF

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  • Tan Wei Kok

    Tan Wei Kok almost 12 years ago

    @Wing Zhu Thanks a lot =)
    For those having problems entering the key in Windows 8, run License Manager (use Search to find) as Administrator (right click on icon). That will do the trick =)

    Tan Wei Kok has uploaded 22 CAD models & has left 153 comments.
  • Петар Трлајић

    Петар Трлајић almost 12 years ago

    Not fer, I know ZW3D is sponsor but I am not going to work on this challange if I need to use their software. :(

    Петар Трлајић has uploaded 47 CAD models & has left 842 comments.
  • Sara Sigel

    Sara Sigel almost 12 years ago

    Great way to put it @Martin! Please note that I just updated the link to the newest download and added a 60-day license code that should last all the way through the Challenge. Enjoy!

    Sara Sigel has uploaded 1 CAD models & has left 1841 comments.
  • Tim Titus

    Tim Titus almost 12 years ago

    Zw3d actually seems to be quite an interesting modeling suite. It is important to try all the tools out there on the market as regardless of something being "industry standard" or not, there are many interesting features / approaches to modeling which newer 3d programs can provide that some of the larger companies haven't really been able to implement, for whatever reason. It isn't fair to judge something right away and disregard the challenge. The idea is that they want you to see what their program can do that the others can't. So far, I am impressed with the simplicity of the UI. I modelled something within the first 3 minutes of opening the program that I couldn't have done if I were opening inventor for the very first time.

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  • Allen

    Allen almost 12 years ago

    Those prizes look really, really enticing!

    Allen has uploaded 11 CAD models & has left 20 comments.
  • William

    William almost 12 years ago

    Well this little challenge is right up my street.....Space ships, super heroev, comics book action..... This little challenge sure has caught my eye and since my head is been in the books to long it is time to have some fun again with modeling for a challenge and learning a new software in the process.....
    Awesome challenge and for sure we will be seeing some awesome space ships for this one....

    Good luck guys :P

    William has uploaded 112 CAD models & has left 6848 comments.
  • Anirban Ghosh

    Anirban Ghosh almost 12 years ago

    Can the student version of the software be used for this challenge?

    Anirban Ghosh has uploaded 11 CAD models & has left 167 comments.
  • Victor Bonavarte 6779

    Victor Bonavarte 6779 almost 12 years ago

    I think this is not a challenge but the promotional product,!
      why is not allowed to use other software.? This is not fair for some designers.

    Victor Bonavarte 6779 has uploaded 196 CAD models & has left 9309 comments.
  • Michelle Wong

    Michelle Wong almost 12 years ago

    @Victor Bonavarte Undoubtedly, this is a contest held by ZW3D. Using ZW3D offers designers like you guys a fresh exprerience of 3D modeling. Plus, it's easy to learn, especially for the experienced designers. Following the steps of "Show-n-Tell", the tuturiol tool in ZW3D, beginners can master this software in several hours.

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  • Michelle Wong

    Michelle Wong almost 12 years ago

    @Anirban Ghosh Of course, there is no limit on the editions of ZW3D CAD/CAM software.

    Michelle Wong has uploaded 0 CAD models & has left 12 comments.
  • Victor Bonavarte 6779

    Victor Bonavarte 6779 almost 12 years ago

    Michelle Wong@ yes I know, I was using it. but it will be more exciting and popping up various models,
    when not in use software batasin, creativity can not be forced with ZW3D software.
    but it all depends on the designer, because I have to install, and only 1 month only, give license 3 months will be interesting for me,

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  • Michelle Wong

    Michelle Wong almost 12 years ago

    @Martin Spencer-Ford Thanks for your support. Presently, we have no plans to develop a Mac version.

    Michelle Wong has uploaded 0 CAD models & has left 12 comments.
  • Victor Bonavarte 6779

    Victor Bonavarte 6779 almost 12 years ago

    Martin@ I know it's free, I had have it.
    if my initial models from other software, and modifications in ZW3D, are allowed, I'll do it.

    Victor Bonavarte 6779 has uploaded 196 CAD models & has left 9309 comments.
  • Tan Wei Kok

    Tan Wei Kok over 11 years ago

    @Benrabah It's science fiction. No size. You can design from 0.1mm x 0.1mm x 0.1mm for Nanoboy to 10,000km diameter Death Star =)

    Tan Wei Kok has uploaded 22 CAD models & has left 153 comments.
  • Neel Mehta

    Neel Mehta over 11 years ago

    Hmm hello everyone, I am new to this designing. I know solidworks that to the basics. Could anyone help me on how to start the designing part on ZW3D or where can i learn more about it?

    Neel Mehta has uploaded 9 CAD models & has left 9 comments.
  • Tan Wei Kok

    Tan Wei Kok over 11 years ago

    @Neel After you install ZW3D and running it, you can find its Tutorial on the menu, go to HELP -> Training Manual -> choose one of the 3. It is very easy to pick up =)

    Tan Wei Kok has uploaded 22 CAD models & has left 153 comments.
  • Wing Zhu

    Wing Zhu over 11 years ago

    @Victor Bonavarte 6779 As Martin mentioned, the imported files are allowed. The participants need to intensively use ZW3D to modify or edit the designs.

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  • Neel Mehta

    Neel Mehta over 11 years ago

    @Tan Wei Kok Thanks a lot :)

    Neel Mehta has uploaded 9 CAD models & has left 9 comments.
  • Victor Bonavarte 6779

    Victor Bonavarte 6779 over 11 years ago

    Ok Thanks Wing Zhu..

    Victor Bonavarte 6779 has uploaded 196 CAD models & has left 9309 comments.
  • seghier khaled

    seghier khaled over 11 years ago

    Hello . can i submit sketches than i will submit the final entry ?

    seghier khaled has uploaded 10 CAD models & has left 88 comments.
  • Wing Zhu

    Wing Zhu over 11 years ago

    @seghier khaled To win this challenge, a modeling result with good render will be a better choice.

    Wing Zhu has uploaded 0 CAD models & has left 16 comments.
  • Neel Mehta

    Neel Mehta over 11 years ago

    @KeyShot Hello, i cant connect my ZW3D and keyshot. There is an error stating :"Unable to find RenderKS: No such symbol."

    Neel Mehta has uploaded 9 CAD models & has left 9 comments.
  • AIT OUFKIR YASSINE

    AIT OUFKIR YASSINE over 11 years ago

    @Wing Zhu Do the viecule can be as a podracer please ? do animation be influente of chooses ? the modeling will be with ZW3D and the rendering and animation can be for example with Keyshot or Vray rendering ... ??

    AIT OUFKIR YASSINE has uploaded 32 CAD models & has left 377 comments.
  • Wing Zhu

    Wing Zhu over 11 years ago

    @ AIT OUFKIR YASSINE Yes. A podracer is ok. The modeling must be with ZW3D. The rest will be open.

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  • Wing Zhu

    Wing Zhu over 11 years ago

    To all participants, don't forget to let your friends like your entries. The one which gets the most "like" will be the “Most Popular Design”.

    Wing Zhu has uploaded 0 CAD models & has left 16 comments.
  • Allen

    Allen over 11 years ago

    I see the entries so far look like they are generic for any superhero. Is it okay if the design is obviously for a particular superhero or are there copyright concerns?

    Allen has uploaded 11 CAD models & has left 20 comments.
  • Manish Sharma

    Manish Sharma over 11 years ago

    can we use any other modeling software to model that?

    Manish Sharma has uploaded 2 CAD models & has left 14 comments.
  • Wing Zhu

    Wing Zhu over 11 years ago

    @Manish Sharma ZW3D must be one of the modeling tools. You may use your existing model and intensively edit in ZW3D to get a better result.

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  • Wing Zhu

    Wing Zhu over 11 years ago

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  • Wing Zhu

    Wing Zhu over 11 years ago

    @Allen you may designs for the hero you want. However, participants may use may need to guarantee the patent of the entries.

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  • Neel Mehta

    Neel Mehta over 11 years ago

    @Wing Zhu, i tried everythng as mentioned in installation guide for keyshot, but it gives this error in ZW3D when i try render command "ALERT: Unable to find RenderKS: No such symbol."

    Neel Mehta has uploaded 9 CAD models & has left 9 comments.
  • seghier khaled

    seghier khaled over 11 years ago

    hello . i use maxwell render to render the model but zw3d don't support obj file.
    can i use rhino3d to import the" igs file exported from zw3d" than render it with maxwell ?

    seghier khaled has uploaded 10 CAD models & has left 88 comments.
  • Colin Lin

    Colin Lin over 11 years ago

    @seghier khaled, please export the file from ZW3D to the files accepted by maxwell, ZW3D support file export to igs, parasolid, SAT, step and STL.

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  • Colin Lin

    Colin Lin over 11 years ago

    @ Nell Mehtam, please use X86 version of ZW3D in order to build the data connection between Keyshot and ZW3D, and the newer keyshot which compatible with ZW3D x64bit will be released next week according my conversation with Keyshot.

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  • seghier khaled

    seghier khaled over 11 years ago

    thanks colin i export the model to separated stl format and fix normal faces in maxwell studio

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  • Tomas

    Tomas over 11 years ago

    Can I use ZW3D logo on vehicle? :) Thank you!

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  • Colin Lin

    Colin Lin over 11 years ago

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  • Colin Lin

    Colin Lin over 11 years ago

    @Tomas, it could be nice to see a ZW3D logo on the vehicle.

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  • Serge Krjukov

    Serge Krjukov over 11 years ago

    russian translation of the interface is horrible. google translate isnt coo

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  • Colin Lin

    Colin Lin over 11 years ago

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  • Neel Mehta

    Neel Mehta over 11 years ago

    @colin lin, thank you. the 64-bit version is working perfectly.

    Neel Mehta has uploaded 9 CAD models & has left 9 comments.
  • JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP over 11 years ago

    @Martin: Let's do this...

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP has uploaded 99 CAD models & has left 230 comments.
  • JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP over 11 years ago

    Thanks my brother from another country...

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP has uploaded 99 CAD models & has left 230 comments.
  • JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP over 11 years ago

    I have it Martin, I will forward the email I just sent to Sara. LMAO...

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP has uploaded 99 CAD models & has left 230 comments.
  • Tommy Mueller

    Tommy Mueller over 11 years ago

    Hmmm... this CAD challenge is very tempting.... hmmm

    Tommy Mueller has uploaded 224 CAD models & has left 1843 comments.
  • JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP over 11 years ago

    Hehehehehe. SirTony Stark on FB...

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP has uploaded 99 CAD models & has left 230 comments.
  • JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP over 11 years ago

    First cube made, interesting interface...

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP has uploaded 99 CAD models & has left 230 comments.
  • JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP over 11 years ago

    This is quite neato, I may have to buy this for the heck of it...

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP has uploaded 99 CAD models & has left 230 comments.
  • Tommy Mueller

    Tommy Mueller over 11 years ago

    Look out Superheros! New ZW3D member here, downloading some CAD software for the challenge. Ima coming :)

    Tommy Mueller has uploaded 224 CAD models & has left 1843 comments.
  • JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP over 11 years ago

    Best of luck there Tommy!!!

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP has uploaded 99 CAD models & has left 230 comments.
  • Tommy Mueller

    Tommy Mueller over 11 years ago

    You too Jonny! I wish everyone here the best of luck.... you'll need it :) j/k

    Tommy Mueller has uploaded 224 CAD models & has left 1843 comments.
  • Tommy Mueller

    Tommy Mueller over 11 years ago

    Firmly agreed Martin, let's do this! Oh, and, uh Wow, I really like the interface of the software so far. I was a bit surprised to see so much polish in the UI... what kind of fun have I gotten myself in to? #CADcited

    Tommy Mueller has uploaded 224 CAD models & has left 1843 comments.
  • Anirban Ghosh

    Anirban Ghosh over 11 years ago

    Won't it be great if each one of the participants writes a small review in the software.

    Anirban Ghosh has uploaded 11 CAD models & has left 167 comments.
  • Michelle Wong

    Michelle Wong over 11 years ago

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  • JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP over 11 years ago

    @Tommy: Yeah, I have heard that one before. I am a 3D Mouse Ninja... :-)

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP has uploaded 99 CAD models & has left 230 comments.
  • JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP over 11 years ago

    Anyone else have their license returned to ZW3D and not be able to use the software. I just started the software and was promptly told that it needs a license? @Sara Sigel? Umm, Help?

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP has uploaded 99 CAD models & has left 230 comments.
  • JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP over 11 years ago

    @Martin: Yes it is. That is the key i was using to begin with...

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP has uploaded 99 CAD models & has left 230 comments.
  • JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP over 11 years ago

    I was able to reactivate it. What in the heck happened there?

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP has uploaded 99 CAD models & has left 230 comments.
  • JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP over 11 years ago

    May the competition begin...

    @Tommy: Martin and I will get bragging rights. Maybe. We hope. :-D

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP has uploaded 99 CAD models & has left 230 comments.
  • Cristian

    Cristian over 11 years ago

    HELP! I try to export my assembly in step format and import it into keyshot but parts of my model just disappear! When I try to open the step file with another cad sof like Creo Parametric they show up and work perfectly, whats happening?? I have to resave the step file with another software to import my model into keyshot........ annoying

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  • Cristian

    Cristian over 11 years ago

    @Martin, thanks, hope that fixs the problem

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  • Cristian

    Cristian over 11 years ago

    @Martin, problem not solved.... damn it

    Cristian has uploaded 3 CAD models & has left 44 comments.
  • Cristian

    Cristian over 11 years ago

    @Martin, that was a good idea but it changes anything, i´m still missing some parts :(

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  • Cristian

    Cristian over 11 years ago

    @Martin: Option 2 is working fine

    Cristian has uploaded 3 CAD models & has left 44 comments.
  • Colin Lin

    Colin Lin over 11 years ago

    @Jonny P, PLG5-9TXE-XFKR-HAAR-Z322-ZDFF is still effective, I have tried "activcate-return-re-activate" step, everything works great. Please check if there is any firewall stop connection to the ZW3D licensing server. And you can also try in another computer to see if the activation is successful, in case that the computer setting caused mentioned activation problem.

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  • Michelle Wong

    Michelle Wong over 11 years ago

    To ALL participants, please do not forget to upload the Z3 file of your design in case of a invalid entry. Good luck~

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  • JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP over 11 years ago

    @Colin, it is working. Thanks!!!

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP has uploaded 99 CAD models & has left 230 comments.
  • JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP over 11 years ago

    @Everyone: Why can I not past geometry into a sketch? I am trying to paste from AutoCAD and Draftsight? Or am I missing something here?

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP has uploaded 99 CAD models & has left 230 comments.
  • Kush Desai

    Kush Desai over 11 years ago

    model must made be in ZW3D> or we can use diff CAD Tools and later convert it in to a ZW3D Format

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  • Michelle Wong

    Michelle Wong over 11 years ago

    @Kush Please refer to the first requirement. Entries of this challenge must be designed in ZW3D or significantly modified with ZW3D. Saving an imported model as Z3, the format of ZW3D, is not qualified. Thanks~

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  • Colin Lin

    Colin Lin over 11 years ago

    @Johny P , in ZW3D, Click Insert-Sketch icon from the Ribbon tab to enter the sketch environment, and then you can import the dwg/dxf file to the sketch.

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  • Grant Boyden

    Grant Boyden over 11 years ago

    Has anyone had issues installing on windows 8

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  • Cristian

    Cristian over 11 years ago

    @Everyone: what's the hybrid modeling function?r

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  • Michelle Wong

    Michelle Wong over 11 years ago

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  • jamie

    jamie over 11 years ago

    Hi Just a quick question regarding the sketching of this program. I use solidworks mainly - but i am starting to get to grips with zw and finding a decent program. But i would like to know if there is anyway to convert entities of edges or previous sketches in zw as this is such an advantage in solidworks when working with surfaces? also is there anyway to create 3d sketches in zw? - again i feel this is a must for surface modelling. ive tried to search for these answers online but with no joy. Any help would be great. thanks.

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  • Stefan Varga

    Stefan Varga over 11 years ago

    jamie you can use the reference function to re-use edges or curves from parts within the assembly, or just use curve from edge within the part. Tools for 3D sketching you can find in the Wireframe tab, you can use this tab to make base curves for the surfaces that you'll create in the Free Form tab.

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  • Sara Sigel

    Sara Sigel over 11 years ago

    Great discussion so far! Just over one week left to get your entries submitted. Don't forget to include the Z3 version.

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  • jamie

    jamie over 11 years ago

    @Stefan thanks for your help. Although im now struggling with the heal/sew option. I believe this is the only way to form a solid from surfaces? yet my model will not form into a solid at all. I have tried everything. Still alot of surfaces? All help would be great

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  • Stefan Varga

    Stefan Varga over 11 years ago

    @jamie use the open edges function to see where the open ones are, they also show in blue dashed lines on the model. You need to trim and stich them, also check for gaps between surfaces. But overall I wouldn't worry about opened surfaces since ZW3D works with both solids and surfaces simultaneusly with the hybrid modeling technology ;) you can even machine them in CAM

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  • jamie

    jamie over 11 years ago

    @stefan thanks. but the issue i have is that my model is all surfaces so when i creat a solid to add to the model i cant get it to merge and therefore i cant add fillets etc between the solid and the surface?

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  • Colin Lin

    Colin Lin over 11 years ago

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  • Michelle Wong

    Michelle Wong over 11 years ago

    @ all participants, don't forget to invite your friends to like your entries. The one gets the most "like" will be the “Most Popular Design”, winning $200 & a 3D mouse.

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  • Sara Sigel

    Sara Sigel over 11 years ago

    Share via social networks and encourage likes in your model description.
    ...
    Beware the spam message report! Sending mass messages on GrabCAD can result in a block on your account, so keep all comments and messages personalized and relevant to the person receiving them.

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  • Sara Sigel

    Sara Sigel over 11 years ago

    Only 3 days left - don't get stuck uploading during the last few hours and upload today! Be sure to include your Z3 file.

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  • abhinav jalal

    abhinav jalal over 11 years ago

    can anybody tell me how i convert solidworks file into z3 file?

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  • Fahad Butt

    Fahad Butt over 11 years ago

    i have a SW drone, star shaped, but in this is for ZW3d only?

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  • Sara Sigel

    Sara Sigel over 11 years ago

    @Fahad It's for models created in or significantly modified in ZW3D. The reviews have been great so far from participants. Maybe use an existing model and add a fresh take in Z3 for this one since there's only two days left.

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  • JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP over 11 years ago

    I just realized I missed the deadline. I was thinking midnight my time.

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  • Michelle Wong

    Michelle Wong over 11 years ago

    @Martin & Johny If you guys have uploaded the Z3 file, then it's a qualified entry. Lack of renders won't affect it.

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  • JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP over 11 years ago

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP has uploaded 99 CAD models & has left 230 comments.
  • JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP over 11 years ago

    I uploaded it to my space. LOL

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  • JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP over 11 years ago

    LOL
    Yes it was. I am keeping my fingers crossed to. Next time I ask about the time zone thing. LOL

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  • Michelle Wong

    Michelle Wong over 11 years ago

    @Marin&Jonny Only models uploaded to GrabCAD library through this Challenge page will participate in the competition. Uploaded model in your own space is not acceptable. If that counts, then it's not fair to other participants. Please be ntoed and thanks for your support.

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  • Michelle Wong

    Michelle Wong over 11 years ago

    @ every participant Many thanks for your support all this time. This challenge has come to an end but never will your design passion be ceased. Every entry of this challenge. will be carefully appraised. Winners will be announced latest November 27, 2013. Thanks again~

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  • JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP

    JP "DrRocketry" Johnston MSME CSWP over 11 years ago

    LOL We tried my friend. Next time I pay attention to the time zone thinga-ma-job. Technical term there...

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  • Stefan Gales

    Stefan Gales over 11 years ago

    Hey everyone.
    I'd like to share my story with you.
    Three weeks ago I saw this contest.
    I wanted to participate but did not have the time.
    I've never worked with ZW3D or Solidworks before.
    Two years ago I worked with Inventor for just three weeks.
    Because I love challenges, I decided to give it a try.
    Using the few things I knew about Inventor, I started working On Friday night, at 7.
    I worked continuously on Saturday and Sunday. I only took a break to sleep and eat.
    Five minutes before deadline, I managed to upload my project.
    For me it is already a success because I managed to finish a project in just three days, using a soft of which I knew nothing before.
    Thank you, ZWSOFT, for making ZW3D an easy to learn software.
    Thanks, GrabCAD, for the competition.

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  • Sara Sigel

    Sara Sigel over 11 years ago

    Great story @Stefan, thanks for sharing :D

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  • Michelle Wong

    Michelle Wong over 11 years ago

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  • Stefan Gales

    Stefan Gales over 11 years ago

    I posted the story.

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  • Sara Sigel

    Sara Sigel over 11 years ago

    Finalists are announced! Who will grab the Top 5 places? Let us know your favorites and recommend any additions (Overall, Creative, Popular) in the comments. Your feedback will guide the jury who makes the final decision.

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  • jehan kothari

    jehan kothari over 11 years ago

    My favourite for the futuristic design is phantom - the simple the design ...that easier to handle.!!!!

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  • Rahul Kaushik

    Rahul Kaushik over 11 years ago

    Phantom the best one...future vehicle for land,space,sky.

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  • Sara Sigel

    Sara Sigel over 11 years ago

    Looks like we have some early support for @Sudhir's Phantom. Let us know your favorite, too!

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  • Sara Sigel

    Sara Sigel over 11 years ago

    @Martin Finalists are listed on the results tab: https://grabcad.com/challenges/zw3d-superhero-vehicle-design-challenge/results. We are giving participants an opportunity to tell us their favorite designs, let us know if they think we missed a gem, or voice concerns. Results are not final yet :)

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  • Ajay Agrawal

    Ajay Agrawal over 11 years ago

    BOREALIS by tomas is best..:)

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  • Kiwano

    Kiwano over 11 years ago

    For me BOREALIS should win :)

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  • Ian M

    Ian M over 11 years ago

    I think one gem you might want to take another look at Sara is the F1 Bat Cruzer, with its stylish but stealth like features I think this has a look of realism to it above some other entries which have more of a conceptual look. Just my personal opinion but I think this should be a serious contender to win.

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  • John Moseley

    John Moseley over 11 years ago

    Hi Sara, the description at the top of the page is confusing as it says "We believe that these five entries are the top designs. Let us know your favorite entry and recommend additions before Nov 27th."

    However, there are ten designs shown on the results tab.

    3Dconnexion is supporting this challenge and would like to extend the news about the finalists to its community. However, we want to make sure people know what to do when they visit the page (considering not all will already be GrabCAD members).

    Can you confirm where you are expecting comments to be left. For example, in this thread, the page for each design or either?

    Also, I assume voting is done by clicking the like (heart icon) on the design's page?

    Thanks :-)

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  • Mohomed Nusry

    Mohomed Nusry over 11 years ago

    The selected finalist are awesome. But in my point of view, Super Vehicle R22 aircraft and Helijet should be in final list as well.
    By the way my personal favorite is, The Hell Ride by Anirban Ghosh

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  • Mohomed Nusry

    Mohomed Nusry over 11 years ago

    Also the following designs stand out from the crowd;
    ZW3D Dragon for a hero by Stefan Varga
    BOREALIS by Tomas
    Phantom by Sudhir Gill
    Mech R14 by Remus Pacis

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  • Anirban Ghosh

    Anirban Ghosh over 11 years ago

    Thank You Mohomed Nusry

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  • jay

    jay over 11 years ago

    I didnt enter this contest due to having to learn a new programme and time restrictions. But i was under the impression that the competition was to design a vehicle for a superhero - but i feel there are alot of entries that dont meet this requirement as they are just basicaly spaceships or fantasy ships - so for this reason i have to agree with Ian M and go with the F1 BAT CRUZER by jamie as this in my opinion is what contest was asking for - a relistic super hero vehicle modelled in ZW3D. I like this design because it suits the super hero it was designed for and looks like it could actually be built and put into action.

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  • Jonald Trump

    Jonald Trump over 11 years ago

    F1 Bat cruizer by Jamie is a great design. I agree with Jay (above), I think this is one of the only designs that suits the Superhero it was designed for....stealth looking with an element of class (F1)!!! Gets my vote!

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  • humbert

    humbert over 11 years ago

    RHINO FIGHTER 001 is awesome!!!!!

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  • Andrea Girona Morillas

    Andrea Girona Morillas over 11 years ago

    RHINO FIGHTER 001 is great!!!

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  • Cristian

    Cristian over 11 years ago

    Hey! Thank you for the support @humbert and @Andrea Girona Morillas

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  • Albert Morillo

    Albert Morillo over 11 years ago

    Rhino Fighter is so nice!!!!awesome!

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  • Mar Raw

    Mar Raw over 11 years ago

    Very rare but kinda funny how the RHINO FIGHTER 001 looks like hehe !

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  • Jordi Morillo

    Jordi Morillo over 11 years ago

    I like how asymmetrical the space ship Rhino Fighter 001 looks. It´s like reinventing how to fly

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  • Alex Casabò

    Alex Casabò over 11 years ago

    Go RHINO FIGHTER 001!! Pretty cool!

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  • Cristian

    Cristian over 11 years ago

    Oh my!! Thanks to everyone for the positive feedback!

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  • seghier khaled

    seghier khaled over 11 years ago

    i think the first 5 finalists are the winners with long descriptions :)

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  • Sara Sigel

    Sara Sigel over 11 years ago

    Just a typo, it's fixed now. I love seeing members support the work of their fellow GrabCADrs - keep the praise coming :)

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  • Sara Sigel

    Sara Sigel over 11 years ago

    @John.Moseley People need to be members of GrabCAD to post comments, which is where we are looking for people to lend their support to finalists.

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  • jamie

    jamie over 11 years ago

    Thanks for the comments regarding my bat cruzer. I too think that my vehicle will fit right into the new batman films.

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  • Cristian

    Cristian over 11 years ago

    Congratulations Remus Pacis for the first place!!! Well done :)

    Yeeeeheeeiii Second!!! Thanks ZWSOFT and Grabcad for this awesome challenge, and don´t forget the sponsors too!!!

    To everyone who joined this challenge: Keep it up! You are really good designers!

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  • Mohomed Nusry

    Mohomed Nusry over 11 years ago

    Congratulations to all the winners and honourable mentions.
    Great work guys! Keep it up... :)

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  • Remus Pacis

    Remus Pacis over 11 years ago

    Thank you Cristian and Congratulation too and to all the winners. I have enjoyed participating on this challenge.

    Grabcad, Tiertime, ZWSOFT and 3D connexion THANK YOU for this.
    Great Job!!!

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