3D Scene Viewer

Facility/equipment: Equipment

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    Description

    ArcGIS Online allows you to create, view and interact with 3D scenes using Scene Viewer.

    The following analysis and visualisation activities can be achieved with Scene Viewer:

    1. Create and Visualize 3D Scenes
    - Use Scene Viewer to create global (earth-wide) or local (city-scale) 3D scenes.
    - Import and display 3D layers, such as buildings, terrain, trees, and underground infrastructure.
    - Apply basemaps and elevation layers to add realism.

    2. Work with 3D Layers

    - 3D Object Scene Layers: Display detailed 3D models like buildings (BIM data, textured models).
    - Point Scene Layers: Show large amounts of 3D points (e.g., trees, signs).
    - Integrated Mesh Scene Layers: Represent 3D city models created from drone or aerial imagery.
    - Elevation Layers: Modify the terrain to show elevation changes.
    - Voxel Layers: Visualize subsurface data (e.g., geology, atmosphere).

    3. Analyze and Measure in 3D

    - Measure distances and areas within the scene.
    - Perform viewshed analysis to determine what can be seen from a certain location.
    - Conduct line-of-sight analysis to evaluate visibility between two points.
    - Use slice tools to inspect interior structures or underground utilities.

    4. Customize and Style Your 3D Scene
    - Change lighting and shadow settings to simulate different times of the day.
    - Apply realistic symbology for trees, buildings, and infrastructure.
    - Customize labels, pop-ups, and feature visibility based on attributes.

    5. Share and Embed 3D Scenes

    - Share 3D scenes publicly or with specific groups within ArcGIS Online.
    - Embed the scene in a website or app using ArcGIS Web AppBuilder or Experience Builder.
    - Integrate with ArcGIS StoryMaps for immersive storytelling.

    6. Use 3D Scenes in Web Apps
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    Use the ArcGIS API for JavaScript to build custom interactive 3D web applications.
    - Configure Experience Builder or Web AppBuilder to add UI controls for interacting with the 3D scene.

    7. Integrate with Other ArcGIS Products

    - Combine with ArcGIS Pro for advanced 3D editing and analysis.
    - Use ArcGIS Urban for urban planning and scenario modeling.
    - Connect with ArcGIS Indoors for indoor navigation and building management.

    Further Support
    FSE & FBMH -
    Please raise an application support ticket via Connect for ResearchIT
    FoH - Please contact Jade and James via [email protected]

    Facility keywords

    • Daylight
    • Weather
    • Ground transparency
    • Topographic 3D
    • OpenStreetMap 3D
    • Layers
    • Line of sight
    • Viewsheds
    • Dimensions
    • Measure
    3D Scene using ArcGIS Online of the Isle of Dogs with snow cover and snowfall simulation

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