I'm Jake O'Neal, and I make 3D animated explainer videos that strive to be accurate and smart, but also entertaining. PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animagraffs
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46:001.7M views · 2mo ago · 46:00
Get in-depth details on the F-14 Tomcat from nose to tail, through meticulous 3D renders. CREDITS Jacob O'Neal - Research, script, narration, 3D modeling / animation, music MUSIC I composed the background music SOFTWARE USED I use Blender 3D to create these models. It's free and open source, and the community is amazing
Topics: Overview · Engines · Exhaust Nozzle · Afterburner · Inlet Ducts · Wing Sweep System
46:47806K views · 5mo ago · 46:47
A detailed breakdown of Nuclear Power, using the AP1000 plant design as our subject model. CREDITS Jacob O'Neal - Research, script, narration, 3D modeling / animation, music MUSIC I composed the background music SOFTWARE USED I use Blender 3D to create these models. It's free and open source, and the community is amazing
Topics: Overview · Nuclear Fuel Handling · Fission · Control Rods · Core Flow and Components · Pressurizer
1:22:301.3M views · 7mo ago · 1:22:30
Take a detailed tour of an early 20th century steam ship from top to bottom. CREDITS Jacob O'Neal - Research, script, narration, 3D modeling / animation, music MUSIC I composed the background music specifically for this project.
Topics: Overview · Wheelhouse · Flying Bridge · Charthouse · Boat Deck · Lifeboats
48:3868K views · 1y ago · 48:38
A look into the many historical resources I pulled from to make my Golden Gate Bridge model, plus a tour through my extensive 3D model and what new things I had to learn to make the video!
1:24:263.6M views · 1y ago · 1:24:26
An in-depth 3D technical tour of the Golden Gate Bridge, in all its glory! CREDITS Jacob O'Neal - Research, script, narration, 3D modeling / animation, music MUSIC I composed the background music specifically for this project.
Topics: Overview · Piers · Towers · Footbridges · Spinning Mockup · Cable Spinning
49:37136K views · 1y ago · 49:37
Have a look behind the scenes at the research that helped me recreate Hoover Dam in accurate and even painstaking detail. Also, my thoughts as I go through the project and what it took to develop it. Blender is free, open source software. Get into it!
Topics: Research Docs · 3D Model
1:06:004.4M views · 1y ago · 1:06:00
Explore the incredible Hoover Dam in 3D x-ray vision, including its construction and functionality, from overviews down to the fine details. CREDITS Jacob O'Neal - Research, script, narration, 3D modeling / animation, music
Topics: Diversion Tunnels · Tunnel Concrete Lining · Cofferdams, Site De-Watering · Abutments · Foundation Grouting · Placing Dam Concrete
🎵 Mentioned music: Track on soundcloud.com
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51:2368K views · 1y ago · 51:23
Over the last 2 years or so, I've gotten into coding and creating my own custom tool set for making my 3D art in Blender. I'm proud of my scrappy little toolset, and wanted to show it off!! This video is intentionally dense, but I have a couple other 'behind the scenes' vids that are more approachable, from the SR-71 ( and Steam Locomotive ( projects.
Topics: 3D modeling tools · Blend file tools · Transparency system · Rendering · Label Creator · Write some code
▶️ Mentioned videos: behind the scenes · behind the scenes
35:371.6M views · 1y ago · 35:37
See inside a beastly, 1100+ horsepower off-road racing truck, made to compete in the formidable Baja 1000 desert race series! CREDITS Jacob O'Neal - Research, script, narration, 3D modeling / animation, music MUSIC I composed the backing track specially for this video. Listen to "Baha 1000" on my soundcloud
Topics: Exterior and Frame · Engine · Fuel / Refueling · Drivetrain · 4WD vs. AWD · Suspension
🎵 Mentioned music: Track on soundcloud.com
41:087.1M views · 2y ago · 41:08
Take a comprehensive tour through an early example of a globe-crossing sailing vessel from 1577. Not just an explorer, but also a pirate ship! CREDITS Jacob O'Neal - Research, script, narration, 3D modeling / animation, music
Topics: Frame / Construction · Hold · Galley · Hold (Cont'd) · Orlop Deck · Main Deck
🎵 Mentioned music: Track on soundcloud.com
55:304.5M views · 2y ago · 55:30
A detailed examination of how a helicopter works, using a well known make and model, demonstrated with physics and mechanical 3D visuals. CREDITS Jacob O'Neal - Research, script, narration, 3D modeling / animation, music
Topics: Airframe · Engine · Turbine Section · Compressor Section · Drivetrain · Autorotation
39:34171K views · 2y ago · 39:34
The process for making my artwork has become quite involved, and it's my pleasure to share it with you. At 55 mins., the original SR-71 cutaway explainer video is my longest, most involved work yet! The original SR-71 video
Topics: Research · Modeling · Materials & Textures · Rigging · Animation · Music
▶️ Mentioned videos: Video on youtube.com
55:3011.8M views · 2y ago · 55:30
An intensive and thrilling look inside the SR-71 Blackbird, one of aviation's absolute greatest legends. Special thanks to Air Zoo Aerospace & Science Museum (), retired SR-71 Pilots Jerry Glasser and Buz Carpenter, and Arnie Gunderson (retired Pratt & Whitney J58 PM).
Topics: Aerodynamics of supersonic flight · Radar cross section · J58 Jet Engines · Inlet spike · Engine supporting features · Fuel system
🎵 Mentioned music: Track on soundcloud.com
▶️ Mentioned videos: Video on youtube.com
33:16149K views · 2y ago · 33:16
At long last, it's time bring folks into the studio with me as I create Animagraffs, starting with the Steam Locomotive project! Here's the Steam Locomotive documentary I created, for any who haven't seen it Blender is free, open source software. Get into it!
Topics: Research · 3D Modeling · Materials & texturing · Rigging · Animation · Rendering
▶️ Mentioned videos: s the Steam Locomotive documentary I created, for any who haven
36:2410.5M views · 3y ago · 36:24
A thorough examination of a steam locomotive, using the mighty Union Pacific Big Boy as our example. Special thanks to Mark "Hyce" Huber for in-depth expert review! See more excellent railroading content at Mark's channel
Topics: The Basics · Firebox · Boiler · Feed Water / Injectors · Steam Dryer / Dry Pipe · Superheater
▶️ Mentioned videos: Video on youtube.com
18:442.6M views · 3y ago · 18:44
A detailed 3D dissection of the wonderful German made Fokker DVII biplane from WWI. Also thanks to others at the forum ( for their knowledge and research help. CREDITS Jacob O'Neal - Research, script, narration, 3D modeling / animation, music
Topics: Frame · Cantilever Wing · Exterior · Engine · Propeller · Fuel
30:529.3M views · 3y ago · 30:52
A thorough examination of a WWII submarine. Our creation is a generalized model taken from Gato and Balao class boats. Special Thanks to the Naval History and Heritage Command CREDITS Jacob O'Neal - Modeling, animation, texturing, vfx, music, narrative script Wesley O'Neal - Research, technical script
Topics: Bow Machinery · Forward Torpedo Room · Officer's Quarters · Control Room · Conning Tower · Periscopes
22:12553K views · 3y ago · 22:12
Featuring more metal parts than a Terminator robot, but using exactly zero electricity, this mechanical typewriter is a wonder from recent history! CREDITS Jacob O'Neal - Modeling, animation, texturing, vfx, music, narrative script Wesley O'Neal - Research, technical script
Topics: Pressing a key · Typeface · Mainspring · Escapement · Spacebar · Margins
25:2715.1M views · 3y ago · 25:27
Fly through a wooden warship from the age of sail! CREDITS Jacob O'Neal - Modeling, animation, texturing, vfx, music, narrative script Wesley O'Neal - Research, technical script Help me keep making videos SOFTWARE USED I use Blender 3D to create these models. It's free and open source, and the community is amazing
Topics: Frame · Hold · Orlop Deck · Lower Gun Deck · Bilge pumps · Middle Gun Deck
25:137.9M views · 3y ago · 25:13
Peer deep into the workings of a heavy-haul freight locomotive, rendered in full 3D! CREDITS Jacob O'Neal - Modeling, animation, texturing, vfx, music, narrative script Wesley O'Neal - Research, technical script MUSIC I composed the background music specifically for this video. Hear "Locomotion" on my Soundcloud
Topics: Body and frame · Coupling · Draft gear · Coupling cables · Engine · Turbocharging
🎵 Mentioned music: Track on soundcloud.com
6:515.7M views · 4y ago · 6:51
Get to know the differences between superchargers and turbos. CREDITS Jacob O'Neal - modeling, animation, texturing, vfx, music Wesley O'Neal - research MUSIC I composed the background music specifically for this video. Hear "Boosted" on my Soundcloud
Topics: How Superchargers work · Supercharger types · How Turbochargers work · Turbo types · General comparisons · Boost
🎵 Mentioned music: Track on soundcloud.com
10:237.5M views · 4y ago · 10:23
Detailed exploration of a front wheel drive manual transmission and clutch assembly. See "How a Car Engine Works" as part of our developing automotive series CREDITS Jacob O'Neal - modeling, animation, texturing, vfx, music Wesley O'Neal - research, writing, modeling
Topics: The Clutch · The gears · Synchronizing gears · Shift change assembly · Shift lever · Reverse gear
▶️ Mentioned videos: How a Car Engine Works
29:221.8M views · 4y ago · 29:22
Learn about every button, switch, knob, screen, lever, and control device in a modern airliner cockpit. Watch the companion video: "How an Airliner Works" CREDITS Jacob O'Neal - modeling, animation, texturing, vfx, music Wesley O'Neal - research/writing
Topics: Seating · Sidestick · Steering · Rudder pedals · Control panels · Left inboard module
▶️ Mentioned videos: How an Airliner Works
25:5619.5M views · 4y ago · 25:56
Take a thorough look inside a modern jet passenger aircraft. Electronics, hydraulics, flight control surfaces, fuel system, water and waste, lighting, and more! How a Jet Engine Works CREDITS Jacob O'Neal - Modeling, animation, texturing, vfx, music, narrative script Wesley O'Neal - Research, technical script
Topics: Airframe · Windows · Doors · Wings and flight control surfaces · Secondary flight control surfaces · Landing gear
▶️ Mentioned videos: Video on youtube.com
11:483.5M views · 4y ago · 11:48
An in-depth, x-ray style look inside a fire engine or "pumper truck". Help me keep making videos SOFTWARE USED I use Blender 3D to create these models. It's free and open source, and the community is amazing Correction
Topics: Exterior · Pump panel · Pump · Master stream · Water tank · Rear storage
19:332.4M views · 4y ago · 19:33
An in-depth, x-ray style look inside a NASCAR Cup Series race car. CREDITS Jacob O'Neal - modeling, animation, texturing, vfx, music Josh Oberg ( - modeling Wesley O'Neal - research/writing Help me keep making videos MUSIC I composed the background track "Taking Stock" especially for this video
Topics: Exterior/Aerodynamics · Frame · Suspension · Steering · Braking · Engine
🎵 Mentioned music: Track on soundcloud.com · Taking Stock
18:3710.1M views · 4y ago · 18:37
Take an in-depth look inside a North American P-51D fighter plane from the World War II era. Help me keep making videos MUSIC I composed the background music especially for this video! Hear "Mustang Running" on my SoundCloud
Topics: Frame · Landing gear · Rear landing gear · Engine · Fuel · Propeller
🎵 Mentioned music: Track on soundcloud.com
9:04330K views · 4y ago · 9:04
A visual guide into how a VPN works with helpful use cases. Get more more info about NordVPN's offerings Help me keep making videos PRIVATE WORK Need 3D illustration and animation? Let's chat LICENSE Animagraffs' work for your own purposes
Topics: Normal browsing / IP addresses · Packets · ISP · DNS Lookup · ISP logs · VPN
23:1310.4M views · 4y ago · 23:13
A well informed speculation into the ultra-secretive tech inside a Formula 1 race car. Help me keep making videos MUSIC I composed the background music especially for this video! Hear "The Formula" on my SoundCloud. SOFTWARE USED I use Blender 3D to create these models. It's free and open source, and the community is amazing
Topics: Aerodynamics · Core support structure · Suspension · Steering · Braking · Engine
🎵 Mentioned music: Track on soundcloud.com
12:261.4M views · 5y ago · 12:26
Cities purify millions of gallons of drinking and wastewater daily. This incredible process happens behind the scenes, day and night. Let's take a closer look at the processes that make it all possible! I use Blender 3D to create these models. It's free and open source, and the community is amazing
Topics: Drinking Water · Intake · Coagulation and Flocculation · Ozonation · Filtration · Final Disinfection
8:20242K views · 5y ago · 8:20
A thorough exploration of the central concepts that make solar power work. I use Blender 3D to create these models. It's free and open source, and the community is amazing
Topics: P-N Junction · Space Charge Region · Supporting Structures · Anti-Reflective Layer · Passivation · Module
7:5519.7M views · 5y ago · 7:55
An inside look at the basic systems that make up a standard car engine. Alternate languages Español I use Blender 3D to create these models. It's free and open source, and the community is amazing
Topics: 4 Stroke Cycle · Firing Order · Camshaft / Timing Belt · Crankshaft · Block / Heads · V6 / V8
▶️ Mentioned videos: Español
7:062.7M views · 5y ago · 7:06
Just one speaker can reproduce an entire orchestra of sounds. How is this possible? The design is deceptively simple, with incredibly complex potential. I use Blender 3D to create these models. It's free and open source, and the community is amazing
Topics: Motor · Cone & Suspension · 3D Sound Wave Demo · Waves to Music
7:206.3M views · 6y ago · 7:20
Mechanical watches have no battery, microchip, or circuitry. Watch parts are machined to near perfection at microscopic sizes and tolerances and can produce accuracy within two to three seconds per day. I use Blender 3D to create these models. It's free and open source, and the community is amazing
Topics: Crown · Mainspring · Wheel Train · Jewel Bearings · Motion Works · Escapement & Balance Wheel
5:015.2M views · 7y ago · 5:01
An inside look at how jet engines work. Most modern jet propelled airplanes use a turbofan design, where incoming air is divided between a large fan and the jet engine core, where combustion happens. How a Jet Airliner Works
Topics: The Core · Compressor · Combustor · Turbine · Exhaust Cone · Fan
▶️ Mentioned videos: Video on youtube.com
1:381.1M views · 7y ago · 1:38
A common sewing machine design uses a floating shuttle hook. The floating hook design allows a top thread loop to pass completely around the bobbin assembly. A lock stitch is formed when the top thread has looped completely around the bottom thread. The take-up lever ensure a tight stitch.
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