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3D Light Sketchpads

The Gravity Sketchpad Lets Users Draw in Lightwaves

— March 24, 2014 — Tech
The Gravity sketchpad is not your normal pen and paper drawing book. The sketchpad allows users to draw in 3D, seemingly upon air by using light. Normally, this type of endeavor would require complex perspective drawing, but can now be done with supreme ease.

You know the future is here when even sketchpads are being completely reinvented. The classic pen and paper mold is giving weight to the 3D revolution by allowing users to make something out of nothing. For those who have ideas, but have trouble getting them out on a normal sketchpad, the Gravity sketchpad is the perfect option.

The potential of this innovation is boundless, especially when it comes to designing for architecture, and other such projects on the go.
Trend Themes
1. 3D Sketching - The Gravity Sketchpad introduces a new way for users to sketch in three dimensions, opening up opportunities for immersive design experiences.
2. Lightwave Drawing - The use of lightwaves in the Gravity Sketchpad revolutionizes traditional drawing methods, paving the way for innovative artistic expression.
3. Accessibility in Design - The Gravity Sketchpad makes design more accessible by providing a user-friendly tool for individuals to easily bring their ideas into a visual form.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - The Gravity Sketchpad has the potential to disrupt the architectural industry by simplifying the process of creating 3D designs and enabling more efficient collaboration.
2. Art and Design - The introduction of the Gravity Sketchpad sparks disruptive innovation in the art and design industry by allowing artists to explore new mediums and techniques.
3. Education and Training - The Gravity Sketchpad presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in education and training, providing a hands-on and immersive way for students to learn design principles and spatial reasoning.
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