Autodesk is co-sponsoring the 3D Web Fest that is presented by the art and tech communities to illustrate the 3D capabilities of the web. The 3D Web Fest is like a film festival - with a focus on the best of the 3D Web. The first ever 3D Web Fest came into existence in year 2015. The event showcases websites that are the best mixture of music, art, and technology; and … [Read more...] about Explore 3D capabilities of the web in a live festival setting
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ProtoTech WebGL Revit Exporter adds Virtual Reality option
VR imagery is designed for smartphone-style VR display. CAD enhancement specialist ProtoTech has updated its WebGL exporter for Autodesk Revit with the ability to create virtual reality scenes from Revit model data. When a user of the exporter selects the “VR” option, the model view is split so it can be loaded into a browser on a smartphone, displaying virtual reality … [Read more...] about ProtoTech WebGL Revit Exporter adds Virtual Reality option
Sketchfab gives its 3D web viewer a virtual reality sidekick
Initially supporting Google Cardboard, Sketchfab’s “virtual cube” approach to 3D will soon extend to all leading VR headsets. When Sketchfab founder Alban Denoyel talked to GraphicSpeak in 2012 about the launch of Sketchfab, he said the motivation “was to provide 3D artists a great tool to show their work online. Many of them have portfolios on CG communities like Deviantart, … [Read more...] about Sketchfab gives its 3D web viewer a virtual reality sidekick
ODA releases Teigha Cloud beta
Adding support for browser-based rendering and drawing editing is a major goal for the alliance. The Open Design Alliance (ODA) has released its first beta of a cloud framework for use by the developers of design software compatible with the .dwg format. The goal is to provide a framework for member companies to add browser-based features to their software products. The … [Read more...] about ODA releases Teigha Cloud beta
Architecture emerges as early market segment for virtual reality
Several small companies are seeking a niche; many look to Oculus Rift as the game-changer. By Kathleen Maher The new virtual reality (VR) devices coming to the market are products in search of an application. Sure, VR is undeniably cool, but the experience can get boring if there’s no purpose attached to it, and gaming is not a surefire way to make money. Neither is … [Read more...] about Architecture emerges as early market segment for virtual reality
Cl3ver adds offline option
Online presentation authoring tool Cl3ver adds offline publishing to extend the availability of content. Cl3ver is an online presentation authoring tool designed for architects. It offers an easy way to share visualizations of projects and has features such as annotation to add information to 3D models. Now the company has also added an offline capability. The company … [Read more...] about Cl3ver adds offline option
DIY presentations for architects courtesy of Cl3ver
Startup Cl3ver arrives to offer easy 3D presentation creation to architects. The company announces new pricing and new tutorials. Startup Cl3ver offers cloud-based rendering for architects. The company debuted at SXSW V2V in Las Vegas last summer and the team has been honing the interface and their business plan. It has emerged looking a little like a 3D Prezi for … [Read more...] about DIY presentations for architects courtesy of Cl3ver
CAD toolkit maker Tech Soft 3D introduces new product suite for cloud and mobile
Vendors are eager to build new apps for mobile; these SDK’s mean they don’t have to start from scratch. Tech Soft 3D (TS3D) is introducing a new suite of software development tools to help engineering software developers build new mobile and cloud-based applications. Tech Soft 3D is best known for its HOOPS technology for 3D visualization, used by a wide variety of software … [Read more...] about CAD toolkit maker Tech Soft 3D introduces new product suite for cloud and mobile
Open source multimedia gets boost from Microsoft
Perhaps it was an unintended side effect of the browser wars, but Microsoft is now supporting WebGL. By Kathleen Maher The browser wars have taken a new direction this summer. The increasing importance of mobile and the popularity of gaming on mobile platforms are encouraging the use of new technology. This year we’re seeing the emergence of WebRTC and the strengthening of … [Read more...] about Open source multimedia gets boost from Microsoft
Collada now recognized as ISO standard for 3D digital assets
Khronos Group also releases an upgrade to the OpenCollada import/export tool and SDK, and launches related projects. Collada, the neutral interoperability format for 3D digital assets, is now an official ISO standard. The official announcement refers to Collada as a tool to “provide a reliable, long-term international standard for 3D asset authoring and interchange.” The … [Read more...] about Collada now recognized as ISO standard for 3D digital assets