Jewelry Design by

Rhinoceros 3d + MatrixGold

Jewelry design by MatrixGold

 

ผู้สอน : นายสนธยา ปั้นสุภา
Instructors: Sontaya pansupa

 

Jewelry Design by Rhino 3D & MatrixGold 4.0 (Basic to Intermediate)

This course focuses on mastering MatrixGold 4.0 commands from the ground up, guiding students from fundamental CAD concepts to creating production-ready 3D jewelry models.

Rhino 3D is a world-class 3D modeling software capable of generating highly accurate freeform geometry for products ranging from micro-designs to architecture, perfectly suited for Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) workflows.

Powered by Rhino and Grasshopper engines, MatrixGold 4.0 transforms complex CAD operations into intuitive, highly automated Dynamic Builders. It streamlines the creation of jewelry elements including Gem placement, Custom Prongs & Heads, Specialized Ring Builders (Signet, Award Rings), and Ornaments with unmatched speed and precision.

With MatrixGold’s powerful Parametric History Tree, non-destructive edits—such as changing finger sizes or gemstone dimensions—can be executed in real-time without starting over. Students will also learn advanced Cutter operations, metal weight calculation, Gem Mapping, photorealistic rendering for client presentation, and preparing error-free .stl files for 3D Printing (RP) and CNC manufacturing.

Course Content: RHINO 8 + MATRIXGOLD 4.0 FOR JEWELRY DESIGN

  • Course Level: Basic – Intermediate (36 Hours / 6 Days)

  • Course Fee: 25,000 Baht (Includes Handbook, Recorded Live Class, and 1-Year Online Course Access)

  • Certificate: RHINO 8 & MATRIXGOLD 4.0 FOR JEWELRY DESIGN

DAY 1

  • Session 1: Introduction & Precision Curve Modeling

    • Rhino 3D Interface, Configuration & Workspace Setup

    • Navigation, Display Modes (Shaded, Rendered, Ghosted) & Viewport Manipulation

    • Organizing Workflow: Layers, Selections, Filters & Custom Toolbar Setup

    • Modeling Aids: Grid Snap, Ortho, Planar, Osnap, SmartTrack & Gumball

    • Basic Curves: Precision Lines, Circles, Arcs, Freeform Control Point Curves

    • General Editing Tools: Offset, Trim, Split, Join, Fillet Curves, Blend Curves

  • Session 2: Curve Editing & Primary Surface Tools

    • Advanced Curve Tools: Extract IsoCurve, Project, Intersection, Curve from Objects

    • Surface Foundations: Extrude Curve, Revolve, Rail Revolve, Planar Surface

    • Basic Surface Modifiers: Fillet Surface, Offset Surface

DAY 2

  • Session 3: Advanced Surfaces & Solid Operations

    • Advanced Surface Tools: Sweep 1 Rail, Sweep 2 Rails, Loft, Network Surface

    • Surface Continuity Control (Position, Tangency, Curvature)

    • Solid Tools: Primitive Solids, Extrude Planar Curve, Cap Planar Holes

    • Boolean Operations: Boolean Union, Difference, Intersection & Split

  • Session 4: Precision Manual Modeling & History Transition

    • Manual Jewelry Modeling Techniques (Basic Bezel & Solitaire Shank in Rhino)

    • Introduction to MatrixGold 4.0 UI, Layout, Context Menus & Hotkeys (F4, F5, F6)

    • Understanding MatrixGold’s Parametric History Tree (Master/Child Objects Logic)

DAY 5

  • Session 5: Dynamic Rails, Profile Control & Specialized Builders

    • Dynamic Ring Rails: Ring Rail, Outside Ring Rail, Cathedral & Bypass Ring Rails

    • Profile Management: Profile Placer, Profile Sweep & Dynamic Outside Curve

    • Specialty Ring Builders: Signet Ring, Signet Advanced & Award Ring Builder (Starburst, Flutes)

  • Session 6: Advanced MatrixGold Dynamic Tools

    • Parametric Modifiers: Smart Flow (Auto Base), Smart Pattern, Radial Cage Edit

    • Parametric Mirror, Array & Transform Operations

DAY 4

  • Session 7: Gem Placement & Prongs System

    • Gem Placement Tools: Gem Editor, Gem On Ring Rail, Gem On Surface, Gems On Curve

    • Advanced Gem Layouts: Gem Between 2 Curves, Tapered Baguettes On Surface

    • Head & Prong Tools: Head Builder, Prong Placer, Prong On Surface, Cluster Prong, Halo Builder

  • Session 8: Advanced Settings & Pave Tools

    • Pave Setting Techniques: Micro Pave, Multi Prong Edit & Add Prong

    • Custom Bezel & Under Bezel Creation, Scallop Cutter, Pearl Cup

DAY 5

  • Session 9: Precision Cutters, Weight Optimization & Detailing

    • Precision Cutters: Gem Cutter, Channel Cutter, Micro Prong Cutter, Cut To Ring Rail

    • Weight Reduction & Manufacturing Details: Scoop Tool (Metal Weight Optimization), Hollow Ring, Hinge Builder (บานพับ)

    • Metal Weight Calculations & Tech Report / Gem Map Generation

  • Session 10: File Diagnostics, Production Prep & Guided Exercise

    • Checking Mesh Integrity, Non-Manifold Edges & Tolerance Control for 3D Printing

    • Troubleshooting History Tree Breakers & Parameter Modification

    • Guided Workshop: Complex Commercial Jewelry Exercise (e.g., Split Shank Halo Ring or Award Ring)

DAY 6

  • Session 11 & 12: Hands-On Final Project & Production Export

    • Final Project Execution: Students design and model an independent production-ready jewelry piece.

    • 1-on-1 Workflow Optimization & Troubleshooting

    • Photorealistic Rendering for Client Presentation

    • Exporting Production Deliverables: .3dm, Watertight .stl for CAM/3D Printing, and Tech Specs Sheet

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Levels Guide

Beginners

Intermediate