STEGOSAURUS
Stegosaurus Back Plate Detail Model
42.0K
Faces
92
Skeleton
7
Animation
Digital Model
FAQ
Technical Specifications
| Attribute | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Stegosaurus stenops |
| Family | Stegosauridae |
| Geometry Type | Quad-based topology |
| Polygon Count | 42,000 quads |
| Fixed | Yes - Standard Rig (92 bones) |
| Animated | Yes - 7 animation cycles |
| UV Unwrapped | Yes |
| Texture Resolution | 4K PBR (Diffuse, Normal, Roughness, Displacement, AO) |
| File Formats | FBX, OBJ, USD, glTF, Blend |
| Ready for 3D Printing | Yes – STL export available |
Anatomical Accuracy & Sculpting Details
This Stegosaurus stenops model is sculpted with museum-grade scientific accuracy, based on the Morrison Formation holotype. Its distinctive dorsal plates are arranged in alternating paired rows along the midline, reflecting hypotheses on thermoregulation and display functions. The thagomizer features four paired spikes with correct anterior-to-posterior size gradation and orientation angles derived from fossil evidence.
Topology, Rigging & Sculpting Pipeline
The quad-dominant topology manages the broad, flat geometry of the dorsal plates and the tapered tail spike arrangement with clean deformation zones. Edge loops around each plate base enable subtle swaying animations without mesh distortion. The 92-bone rig delivers full-body articulation with independent plate bone chains for secondary motion, tail spike controls, and standard limb IK/FK systems.
Compatibility & Production Use Cases
Available in FBX, OBJ, USD, glTF, and Blend formats. Fully compatible with Blender, Maya, 3ds Max, ZBrush, Unreal Engine 5.4+, and Unity 2022+. Ideal for museum exhibitions, documentary paleoreconstructions, educational VR/AR experiences featuring Jurassic ecosystems, AAA game herbivore assets, and high-detail 3D printing for educational and museum collections.
