Tag Archives: Fred Abler

Shagadelic Skies

Posted on May 6, 2012 by Formfonts 3D Models

by Fred Abler My last post Raster Revolution, was an aggressive prediction that 3D raster (or Voxel) data will soon overthrow polygons as the privileged paradigm in 3D. Making bold predictions is risky anytime and anywhere. But especially so on … Continue reading →

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Raster Revolution (TM)

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Formfonts 3D Models

by Fred Abler, CEO of FormFonts 3D When I was a young architecture student studying in Denmark, I attended a brilliant dinner at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. It was an invitation only affair, and much of the … Continue reading →

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Direct DC

Posted on May 1, 2012 by Formfonts 3D Models

by Fred Abler The summer I was 11, my cousin and uncle helped me build a large scale model of a tug-boat. I have always loved Tug boats. Who doesn’t.. they just look Tough!      Fig.1 –  FormFonts 3D Model … Continue reading →

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SketchUp 3.0

Posted on April 27, 2012 by Formfonts 3D Models

by Fred Abler Yesterday was a hugely exciting day in the SketchUp community. John Bacus announced a major reboot for the SketchUp team. They are leaving GOOGLE and being acquired by Trimble Navigation (TRMB). This was a big relief for … Continue reading →

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Holo’ Tek – Glasses Free 3D for Tablets

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Formfonts 3D Models

by Fred Abler You have to love StarTrek if only for the tech… phasers, transporters, tri-quarters, replicators, holodecks… You name it, Star Trek’nology was some cool kit! In one of my favorite tech segments, Captain Picard orders “Earl Grey- HOT!!”, … Continue reading →

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Towards a ‘Sixth Sense’

Posted on April 18, 2012 by Formfonts 3D Models

by Fred Abler I admit to a weakness for GeoPorn. I am not ashamed. I subscribe to all the cable channels : Discovery, NatGeo, Science Channels (both 1 and 2), The BBC, and the Travel Channel. My all-time favorite shows … Continue reading →

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