Autodesk 3ds Max 2016: A Comprehensive Guide Prof. Sham Tickoo Purdue Univ. Author

Autodesk 3ds Max is developed by Autodesk Inc., provides powerful tools for 3D modeling, animation, rendering, dynamics, and compositing. This enables game developers, visual effects artists, architects, designers, engineers, and visualization specialists to create stunning artwork. Additionally, the intuitive user interface and workflow tools of 3ds Max 2016 have made the job of design visualization specialists easier. Autodesk 3ds Max 2016: A Comprehensive Guide textbook aims at harnessing the power of Autodesk 3ds Max for modelers, animators, and designers. The textbook caters to the needs of both the novice and the advanced users of 3ds Max. Keeping in view the varied requirements of the users, the textbook first introduces the basic features of 3ds Max 2016 and then gradually progresses to cover the advanced 3D models and animations. In this textbook, two projects based on the tools and concepts covered in the book have been added to enhance the knowledge of users. This book will help you unleash your creativity, thus helping you create stunning 3D models and animations. The textbook will help the learners transform their imagination into reality with ease. Also, it takes the users across a wide spectrum of animations through progressive examples, numerous illustrations, and ample exercises.