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Dassault Systèmes Launches New 3D Visualisation Technology
Dassault Systèmes have developed a 3D XML viewer and made it available as a free download. This useful tool allows any user to view and manipulate rich 3D data, the CAD neutral format facilitates quick and efficient exchange of 3D engineering data. 3D XML offers compression with file sizes up to 90 percent smaller than those of existing formats, without compromising the geometric representation. As a result 3D XML is the ideal format for loading and transferring 3D data rapidly via email or the Web.
Those familiar with CATIA V5 will recognise the 3D XML viewer’s intuitive look and feel. Creating a 3D XML representation for a CATIA V5 assembly could not be more straightforward – simply perform a Save As on any CATProduct and specify 3D XML as the file type. Not only is the 3D geometry captured in a light tessellated format, but the full assembly structure is encapsulated in the 3D XML file. The product tree in the 3D XML viewer allows the
Full assembly structure is accessible via 3D XML Viewer
user to navigate assembly levels, identify and zoom in on selected components and hide/show elements within the structure. 3D manipulation is achieved in the same way as CATIA – either using the compass, manipulation icons or a combination of mouse clicks.
A key advantage of the 3D XML format is that it supports seamless integration with Microsoft Office applications. The viewer’s quick and easy install process deploys plug-ins for both MS Office and Internet Explorer. 3D XML files can be embedded into a Word or PowerPoint document by simply dragging and dropping the files straight into the document’s window.
The 3D XML viewer is a valuable communication tool which makes 3D data created by engineering departments accessible to the extended enterprise as a whole. In short 3D XML technology allows users to add that extra dimension to their documentation and in doing so improve their collaboration with others.
Click Here to find out more about 3D XML and download a free copy of the 3D XML viewer.
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