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I need to visualize some really simple 3d objects like a box, a cylinder etc. I

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Question

I need to visualize some really simple 3d objects like a box, a cylinder etc. I also have path which I would like to give a certain thickness (which basically would result in a cylinder twisted onto this path). I would also like to be able to apply some effects like a light source and reflections on the surfaces of my objects. I have no experience with such stuff so I would prefer a simple solution and not programs which can do everything but need years of learning. I really do not need total advanced stuff.

Explanation / Answer

SketchUp is a great source to visualize some really simple 3d objects and be able to apply some effects like a light source and reflections on the surfaces of objects. SketchUp is free and doesn