The Simple Model Viewer is a user-friendly ICE Control Panel application designed for viewing simple 3D models within an immersive Igloo Environment. With an easy drag-and-drop setup, it allows users to navigate through 3D models from different angles.
Supported File Types
GLTF / GLB: Vastly preferred and most compatible.
OBJ: Optionally with associated MTL files.
IFC: Supported but might require additional settings.
STL: Compatible with standard configurations.
Usage Instructions
Loading the Model
Drag & Drop: Drag the desired 3D model file from the supported file types onto the loader page.
Select: Click on the model in the sidebar to select it. The selected model will be loaded across all other pages.
Interacting with the Model
Control Panel: Utilise the functions available on the loader page to interact with the model.
Real-time Reflection: Changes made through the loader page will be reflected across other endpoints.
Navigation Controls
Move Around: Use the
W,A,S,Dkeys.Move Up & Down: Use the
QandEkeys.
Using SketchFab as a Resource for 3D Models
SketchFab is an online platform to find a wide variety of 3D models. You can browse, purchase, or download free models that suit your needs.
Downloading Models from SketchFab:
Find a Model: Browse through SketchFab's extensive library and select a model that is compatible with the Simple Model Viewer's supported file types.
Download: If the model is available for download (free or purchased), click the 'Download' button on the model's page.
Choose a Format: Most models on Sketchfab are available to download using the GLTF format, where available use this.
Extract if Necessary: Some models may download in a compressed file format. Extract the files using a program like WinRAR or 7-Zip.
Adding a Downloaded Model to Simple Model Viewer:
Navigate to Loader Page: Open the Simple Model Viewer and navigate to the loader page.
Drag & Drop: Drag the downloaded model file onto the loader page.
Select & View: Click on the model in the sidebar to select and view it in the Igloo Environment.
Advanced Configuration
Endpoints
Interact with the Simple Model Viewer through the following endpoints:
model-viewer/control/: Access the control panel interface for in-depth customization.model-viewer/orbit: Render a single frame orbit view, particularly the 'front' camera of the cubemap.model-viewer/iglooview/: A dedicated cubemap viewer for Igloo Environment.