C3D Web Vision Version 1.8 features an updated range of 3D model handling tools intended for design engineers and visualization professionals. Most innovations simplify work with large projects providing in-depth analysis and accurate measurements.
Key updates
1. Zooming by Rectangle
The new function zooms on the model fragment by selecting a rectangular area. This is especially convenient for studying small features of complicated models. To render a projection, there should be an element at the center of the rectangular. With the new function, you can avoid numerous zoom/pan commands. Precise zoom-in on the region of interest makes it easier to design large 3D models.
Fig. 1. Zoom by Rectangle
2. Section Box and Dynamic Section Handle
The section box trims some areas to view the internal geometry. It is a convenient way to study the internal structure of complicated models.
With the handles on the box, you can:
- move the box along three axes (X, Y, Z) and in three planes (XY, XZ, YZ)
- scale the box up or down in all three dimensions
- rotate the box about the three axes
Fig. 2. Section Box
The dynamic section function cuts the object with a plane. The new version offers a handle to control the section.
Available transformations of the plane:
- move along Z only
- rotate about X, Y
Users working with complicated machinery components or large structures would appreciate the efficient section tools.
3. New Camera Control Options
The orbit camera function rotates the model about a point. It is a convenient way to view large models when the global coordinate system origin is far from the region of interest.
Fig. 3. Orbit camera about a point
Rotation of the first-person camera is now available. You can rotate the model about a point in the screen plane. It is a fly-through feature especially useful for viewing premises inside building models.
Fig. 4. First-person camera rotation
The new fly-through feature is a perfect tool to view the insides of your 3D models. With the first-person camera controls, users move inside buildings as if they were flying. This tool is most useful for building interior visualization and studying complex designs. It is a breathtaking model navigation experience.
Fig. 5. Fly-through
4. Measurements Along Axes and Paths
There are two new measurement functions: along axes and point-to-point paths. The measurement along the axes function provides the exact distance between the model features measured in parallel to axes X, Y, and Z. It is an easy way to estimate the model extents. The distance along the path function provides an accurate length of curves representing pipes, wires, and other complicated components.
Fig. 6. Measurement along axes
Fig. 7. Measurement along point-to-point path
The C3D Web Vision 1.8 updates improve user experience and boost 3D modeling efficiency. The new functions simplify viewing and visualization of complicated projects making the interaction intuitive and efficient. The C3D team will continue with new improvements for the benefit of professional 3D modelers.
To learn more about Version 1.8, please visit the official C3D Web Vision API Frontend documentation webpage.
