3D data encompasses spatial information that represents objects and surfaces in three dimensions. SkyDeck offers robust tools to harness the full potential of 3D data through advanced visualization tools, interactive exploration, and analytical capabilities tailored to support informed decision-making and spatial analysis. SkyDeck also allows you to generate detailed 3D models and visualizations from survey data, allowing you to derive valuable insights for various applications including urban planning, infrastructure management, and environmental monitoring.

In this article you will explore:

• Uploading 3D Model

• Visualizing 3D Model

Uploading 3D datasets

1. Navigate to the Snapshot where you want to upload your data.

2. Click on the Datasets button on the top right to navigate to datasets of the concerned Snapshot

3. On the Datasets page, open the 3D Layer tab and click on the ADD icon next to the Select 3D Layer option.
   
   

   

4. Select the 3D data type that you want to upload from the list. A new tab for the data type will be added to the datasets page.

5. Drag and drop the raster file OR click Browse option to attach the file from your system. This will start the upload process.

   You must attach the JPG, OBJ and MTL files to successfully upload a 3D model.

6. You can track the upload progress for the attached file on the right pane.

   Do not leave or close the webpage until the file upload is complete.

7. Once the upload is completed the file will be visible under the Uploaded files section. You can you the Download, Rename and Delete options available in this section to manage your files.

Visualizing 3D data

You can view your 3D data models by navigating to the Snapshot and selecting the 3D mode option on from top right.

All data visualized on SkyDeck undergoes a tiling process and optimization for web browser viewing, ensuring efficient performance even when accessing SkyDeck over slower internet connect and on weaker devices.

Layout of 2D data mode

Key Components of 3D Visualization Mode:

1. 3D Map area: This displays any created or uploaded 3D dataset overlaid on the base map, providing a visual representation of the data within its geographic context.

2. Management sidebar: Allows you to manage and customize the visualized data. This includes managing 3D layers, vector overlays, and 3D annotations.

3. Annotation tools: Allows you to create annotations on the visualized 3D data

4. Map controls: Enable switching between different modes for the 3D viewer and to select the base layer for the map.

Interacting with 3D models

Use the following controls to interact with the visualized 3D models.

Managing 3D layers

The Layers panel from the management sidebar can be used to view and manager all available 3D models on a snapshot.

The following options are available:

Customizing how 3D data is visualized

Click on the customize option to change how the model is visualized.

The following options are available:

Point cloud data is automatically geo-referenced in the 3D world, providing accurate spatial positioning.

Textured Mesh does not contain georeferencing information, so these models are visualized at the default coordinates (0,0,0). To correctly position and orient textured mesh models, you need to adjust their position and orientation settings within the model settings above.