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 Visual Simulation performance levels continue to increase through hardware and software improvements, making it feasible to provide detailed and immersive urban environments on a large scale. PLW Modelworks produces urban data in simulator-friendly formats to meet the needs of high-performance applications. We can provide multiple shape-preserving levels of detail, atlased textures, 3D building/ground intersection footprint polygons, and occlusion-free true ortho ground imagery; in many variations and formats (OpenFlight, 3ds, obj, Esri shp or gdb, KML/Collada, etc.). The data we provide can be imported directly into tools from Presagis, Diamond Visionics, Esri, Autodesk, Google, Skyline, and others. PLW Modelworks models are utilized in simulation systems by some of the largest defense contractors. We have a growing archive of city models available to plug into your simulation, with more being produced every day. And, if you need an area we don’t have, our short production timelines can help you deliver your system on time. |
 A 3D model of the as-built environment provides architects and engineers with an invaluable analysis tool as well as a means for generating compelling animated visuals of proposed projects. The success of any significant urban construction project today relies on a comprehensive plan that considers the existing built-up area, its interaction with the proposed elements, the projected improvement, and the potential impact. PLW Modelworks models provide geometric accuracy for light and shadow analysis, wind studies, and view encroachment analysis. Our models also provide high-resolution photographic texture detail that imparts a high degree of realism to the scene. The models can be delivered in local or state plane coordinates (or any other coordinate system) in standard formats (3ds, obj, dxf, KML/Collada, Esri shp or gdb, etc.), and can be rendered and animated in many common architectural visualization tools, such as Autodesk 3ds Max and Google Sketchup. |
 An accurate 3D model provides a powerful enabling substrate for a multitude of urban planning applications. It serves as a backdrop for proposed renovation projects, gives context to discussions along the entire planning and approval process, and provides a natural point-and-click query interface to access a wide variety of municipal records. Integrate planning, permitting, and parcel information with accurate as-built visualization of commercial and residential zones. The 3D model ties together architectural, GIS, and non-geospatial records in a unified, universally understood view. PLW Modelworks supplies 3D urban data constructed from current high-resolution aerial photography, in formats compatible with modern service-oriented data management practices. We support CityGML, ArcGIS, KML/Collada, and many other formats; and we can provide your data in your favorite map projection. |
 In a crisis management situation, an accurate 3D model is an essential resource for providing a comprehensive situational picture. In addition to providing instant recognition of affected areas to decision makers, officials, media, and the public; a 3D view conveys spatial relationships that aid risk assessment, estimation of affected population, determination of exposure or line-of-sight, evacuation planning, evaluation of ingress/egress alternatives, and locating and accessing surveillance cameras. An interactive 3D display can be used to reach back to access relevant data stored in other databases, to support critical decisions that might need to be made quickly from whatever information is available. A PLW Modelworks 3D urban dataset provides a precise, highly realistic city model that enables emergency responders by providing accurate visuals from the large-screen command center to small-screen mobile devices in the field. Unlike a map, we can provide a view from any point on the ground or in the air. Our experience delivering 3D models for both defense simulation environments (OpenFlight, 3ds, obj, Collada) and civil urban applications (shp, KML, dxf, CityGML) makes us well-prepared to support the unique needs of emergency responders. |