Visualization
Flexsim was built from the beginning to be the first and best simulation solution wherein models are built and run completely in an interactive 3D environment. If a picture can speak a thousand words, Flexsim's virtual reality animation and 3D view windows speak volumes!
The Visualization Engine
Flexsim incorporates all the latest computer graphics technology available using OpenGL. With the wide range of direct import options for 3D models (including .3ds (3D Studio MAX), .wrl (VRML), .dxf (AutoCAD), and .stl), Flexsim provides options not available in any other simulation package. Flexsim's built-in 3D orthographic and perspective views allow the user to add light sources, fog, and VR cube technology.
The visualization engine uses highly efficient algorithms for accurately calculating diffuse, ambient, emissive, and specular colors and highlights of 3D meshes in real time. Flexsim can also use reflective environment mapping to produce such materials as chrome, gold, and shiny glass in real time. Using these tools, modelers can create simulations that are fast, accurate, and life-like.
Presentation
Fly paths can be defined effortlessly to provide state-of-the-art model presentation fly-throughs. Smooth .avi files can be generated using Flexsim's AVI recorder with a wide variety of compression codecs to choose from. Any model can be recorded, copied, and sent to anyone for instant viewing.
Don't forget about Flexsim's powerful business graphics! Charts, Spreadsheets, Graphs, Histograms, and 3D text make presenting model information exciting and interactive.
Custom reports can be generated on the fly. Flexsim's open architecture allows the user to link with any OBDC data source for reading or writing of model data. Excel and Word files can easily be linked at run-time for data presentation using DDE or OLE connections.
AC3D
In addition to the library of free 3D shapes that come with Flexsim, we recommend using AC3D to further improve the quality of your simulation graphics. AC3D is a versatile and inexpensive 3D design package. It allows you to create and edit 3D graphics with ease. AC3D gives you the maximum amount of flexibility over your visualizations, and lets you present your models with stunning, realistic, customized graphics.
