• International Journal of Internet, Broadcasting and Communication
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• 제16권3호
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• pp.242-252
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• 2024

This study introduces a prototype for a virtual zoo initiative, aimed at optimizing resource utilization and minimizing animal displacement from their natural habitats. The prototype features a thoughtfully developed three-dimensional representation of an emperor penguin, with animations designed to emulate real-life behaviors. An investigation into file format distinctions for scientific research, encompassing Wavefront(OBJ), Collada(DAE), and Filmbox(FBX) formats, was conducted. The research utilized the Hololens 2 device for visualization, Unity for environment development, Blender for modeling, and C# for programming, with deployment facilitated through Visual Studio 2019 and the Mixed Reality Toolkit. Empirical examination revealed the OBJ format's suitability for simple geometric shapes, while DAE and FBX formats were preferred for intricate models and animations. DAE files offer detailed preservation of object structure and animations albeit with larger file sizes, whereas FBX files provide compactness but may face scalability constraints due to extensive data integration. This investigation underscores the potential of virtual zoos for conservation and education, advocating for further exploration and context-specific implementation.

• International journal of advanced smart convergence
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• 제8권1호
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• pp.65-74
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• 2019

3D file formats typically include OBJ (Wavefront file format), STL (STereoLithography), and FBX (Filmbox). Each format has limitations depending on its configuration and usage, and supported formats are different depending on the software application. glTF helps uniform integration of 3D file formats and allows for more efficient transmission of large 3D geometry files by organizing them in a binary format. This paper presents explanation on OBJ, FBX, and STL which are major examples of existing 3D file formats. It also explains the concept and characteristics of glTF and compares its performance with other 3D file formats on the web. The loading time and packets of each 3D file format are measured according to the web browser environment by means of Google Chrome, Firefox and Microsoft Edge. Experimental results show that glTF is the most efficient and that it exhibits the best performance. As to STL, relatively excessive traffic was observed. This study is expected to contribute to reducing rendering time on the web as 3D file formats are used.

• International Journal of Internet, Broadcasting and Communication
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• 제11권2호
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• pp.31-42
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• 2019

As smartphone H/W performance and mobile communication service have been enhanced, large-capacity 3D modeling files are available in smartphones. Common formats of 3D modeling files include STL (STereoLithography), OBJ (Wavefront file format specification), FBX (Filmbox), and glTF (open GL Transmission Format). Each format has different characteristics depending on the configuration and functions, and formats that are supported are varied depending on the applications. Large-size files are commonly used. The 4th generation mobile communication network secures loading of 3D modeling files and transmission of large-size geometric files in order to provide augmented reality services via smartphones. This paper explains the concepts and characteristics of major 3D file formats such as OBJ, FBX, and glTF. In addition, it compares their performance in a wired web with that in the 4th generation mobile communication network. The loading time and packet transmission in each 3D format are also measured by means of different mobile web browsers (Google Chrome and MS Edge). The experiment result shows that glTF demonstrated the most efficient performance while the loading time of OBJ was relatively excessive. Findings of this study can be utilized in selecting specific 3D file formats for rendering time reduction depending on the mobile web environments.

• 한국콘텐츠학회논문지
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• 제18권9호
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• pp.710-721
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• 2018

본 연구에서는 오픈소스 SW인 Blender를 사용하여 인터넷에서 쉽게 구할 수 있는 3D 프린터용 STL(stereolithography) 파일 기반의 3D 애니메이션을 제작하는 방법을 제시하고 이를 OBJ(Object) 파일과 FBX(filmbox) 파일을 이용하는 경우와 비교하였다. STL 파일은 무료로 제공되는 장점이 있지만 OBJ나 FBX 파일과는 달리 계층 구조(hierarchy), 머티리얼(material) 및 텍스쳐(texture) 정보를 포함하지 않기 때문에 3D 애니메이션 제작과정이 좀 더 복잡해진다. 특히 계층구조 정보의 누락은 3D 애니메이션의 핵심인 리깅(rigging) 작업 시에 원하지 않는 부위가 움직이는 심각한 문제를 발생시키는 원인이 된다. 본 연구에서는 Blender의 웨이트 페인팅 기능을 이용하여 계층구조 누락으로 인한 문제를 해결할 수 있음을 예증하였으며 샘플링 횟수와 해상도가 렌더링(rendering) 시간에 미치는 영향도 함께 조사하였다. 한편 3D 프린터로 출력한 곤충 모형은 초등과학교육에서 새로운 형태의 교육 자료로 활용이 가능할 것으로 기대된다.