ST:TNG RIB files

This is a small collection of Renderman Interface Byte steam (RIB) files of ships from Star Trek. All files are converted from publically-available 3D models available in other formats. The models are not detailed or implemented in a way that best takes advantage of the geometry available with Renderman (they are constructed entirely with polygons -- bleah), but they are still fun to play with.

Each file has a preview image, the RIB source code, and the README file distributed with the original 3D model. I am not placing any restrictions on the use of these models (other than an optional note of credit), but please observe two important points:

1) Read the conditions of distribution in the README files of the original authors -- there may be additional requirements.

2) These models represent creations of Paramount Studios. I and others have attempted to find out the copyright status of these models, and whether Paramount would care if they are being distributed, but I do not have a definitive answer. If you know what their policy is, please let me know. I will comply with their request if I am asked to remove them. Consider the copyright issues before using these models.

I have not tested these RIB files with BMRT. I suspect it may not like some of the lightsource declarations. The RIB code is quite ugly anyway, but I can not take the time to fix up the files. However, if you do, please send me an updated copy so I can make it available to others. Thanks.

-Andrew

macrae@geo.ucalgary.ca

The files

Enterprise-D -- NCC1701D (rest in peace :-))

RIB file Preview image

Original README file

Romulan Warbird

RIB file Preview image

Original README file

macrae@geo.ucalgary.ca