DiceMaker
A webapp to greatly accelerate creation of manufacturable 3D geometry.
DiceMaker simplifies creating 3D printable geometry through a web-based interface. It leverages client-side computation with WebGL and Three.js for real-time preview, backed by a Django server for data management and version control.
Workflow
The application follows a typical procedural modeling workflow:
- Select base geometry type (cube, sphere, polyhedron, etc.)
- Apply parameter-driven modifications
- Preview in real-time using Three.js
- Export for manufacturing (3D print, CNC, etc.)
Technical Implementation
Client-side (Three.js)
- WebGL-accelerated实时 preview
- Parameter-based procedural generation
- Interactive camera controls
- Instant feedback on parameter changes
Server-side (Django)
- User account management
- Design storage and retrieval
- Version control for designs
- Manufacturing export processing
Data Exchange (Protocol Buffers)
- Efficient serialization between client and server
- Schema evolution support
- Cross-language compatibility
Manufacturing Integration
- 3D Print: STL, OBJ, 3MF exports
- CNC: STEP, IGES exports
- Laser Cutting: SVG exports