Google released a free 3D modelling tool:

http://www.sketchup.com/

Does it actually allow you to post your buildings on Google Earth for everyone to see?


[EDIT] Oh, it says it can be put into a "3D Warehouse", but I think it has to be downloaded by the people that want to see it on the map.

you CAN share them via google communities, basically you check that box you download any models that have been placed.

I made a haas projector in sketchup. I have to say i LOVE this program.

I saw your model of the haas projector. Nice work.

I've played with the program some, and it's cool, but unless I'm missing something, it's not good for precision work.

it's generallly built to "sketch" your ideas in 3d. with some (READ: alot) of work you could make precise drawings. my haas is perfectly to scale. not regular SIZE mind you but to scale with the 15" drawings and scaled up.