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If you’re looking for 3D modelling in real programming languages, I’ve very much enjoyed IceSL, which embeds Lua: https://icesl.loria.fr/ https://icesl.loria.fr

by gmac 5y ago

If you’re looking for 3D modelling in real programming languages, I’ve very much enjoyed IceSL, which embeds Lua: https://icesl.loria.fr/ https://icesl.loria.fr/ I used it to design this piece for use with Gravitrax, for example: https://share.icloud.com/photos/0b2yeTGdLftZV17btg-KTEYog https://share.icloud.com/photos/0b2yeTGdLftZV17btg-KTEYog

ur-whale 5y ago
> I’ve very much enjoyed IceSL Heavy bias on 3D printing though. At first glance, doesn't look as general as other CAD tools.
- gmac 5y ago
  Yes, all true. You can in principle export to STL but it doesn't work very well.
ljan 5y ago
Can you share this design? My nephew spends untold hours playing Gravitrax.
- gmac 5y ago
  Sure: https://www.dropbox.com/s/oxirbmoa2n40xrc/steps02.lua https://www.dropbox.com/s/oxirbmoa2n40xrc/steps02.lua The code isn't at all well-structured or documented. It needs external power and is designed around this motor: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B009AQLDSS https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B009AQLDSS.