Using the split function in 3D builder you can slice a model into a number of smaller parts along certain planes or axis to reduce the need for support or to eliminate overhangs.

The 3D models are then sent over to the concept artists, who paint directly over the blockouts to get a sense of how the ship will look when it’s flying around in the game.

The "American Heritage" sank off the California coast in 1995. Now, a new digital 3D model has reconstructed it in stunning detail.

In the past week, if you have been on any social media at all, you would have seen some of your friends posting something that looks like a realistic 3D model of them. Did you know that they are done ...