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Complex UV Layout in Maya

Over the last couple of years UV layout in Maya has changed for the better. In this course we're going to be taking a look at some of those changes as we UV map an entire character

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# 46 04-04-2007 , 05:29 PM

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Just a little update that I did during my lunch break.

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# 47 04-04-2007 , 05:32 PM

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This view is just to show that the treads are lower than the frame.

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# 48 05-04-2007 , 08:25 PM

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I think I've got the leg style I want now. Just have to start doing details to finish it up.

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# 49 06-04-2007 , 01:02 AM

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I love the new legs, perhaps a cable or pipe showing across the joints might work as you have a mechanism for the wheels and something has to control them.

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# 50 06-04-2007 , 07:21 PM

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Thanks jsprogg! I also like your idea about cables or pipes going across the joints. I'll play around with that to see if I can make it work.

Now that I've learned more skills and have some experience creating something from scratch, I can't wait for the next project. I can't stand leaving something unfinished, so I'll finish modeling the arena first.

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# 51 08-04-2007 , 04:30 PM

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Back to work on the robot. I played around with the legs and so far here's what I like. Still working out how the wheels will be controlled.

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# 52 08-04-2007 , 06:00 PM

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i've gotta say that with the way the current feet/treads are going i can't help but imagine some kind of transformer... even if it's something silly like a snowmobile. i can see the whole robot model folding backwards onto the ankles and creating something that the treads have legitimacy to.

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# 53 08-04-2007 , 09:43 PM

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Perfecto ..cool additions, now you are cooking with Gas user added image

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# 54 09-04-2007 , 12:43 AM

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jsprogg & NeoStrider:

Much appreciation for the compliments and creative ideas. I come to believe that one of the most valuable tools in Maya is getting feedback, etc from others. I would have never thought of the transformer idea but I really like it. (Wish I were a mechanical engineer). I may play around with that idea after the competitions over (before the competition if I get time).

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