Create 3D models and import them to Google Earth.
Google SketchUp is an easy-to-learn 3D modeling program that will allow you to explore the world in 3D.
With just a few simple tools, you can create 3D models of houses, sheds, decks, home additions, woodworking projects - even space ships. And once you've built your models, you can place them in Google Earth, post them to the 3D Warehouse, or print hard copies.
Google SketchUp is free for personal use. No registration is required. Download it now to start modeling.
Main features of Google SketchUp:
Communication tool
Problem-solving tool
Productivity tool
Creativity tool
Problem-finding tool
What-if tool
Teaching tool
Prototyping tool
Design tool
Best sketching tool ever
Draft preparation tool
Marketing tool
Visualization tool
Level design tool
Consultation tool
A form of therapy
Requirements of Google SketchUp:
Minimum Requirements: 400 MHz PowerPC G4.
Minimum Requirements: 128 MB RAM 80 MB of available hard-disk space.
Minimum Requirements: QuickTime 5.0 and web browser for multimedia tutorials.
Minimum Requirements: Video card that is 100% OpenGL compliant.
Recommended Requirements: 1 GHz G5 or higher.
Recommended Requirements: 512 MB RAM.
Recommended Requirements: 3-button, scroll-wheel mouse.
Google Earth Compatibility: Google Earth 4 or higher is required to work with SketchUp.