SUNNYVALE, Calif., Dec. 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Trimble
(NASDAQ:TRMB) announced today that it is collaborating with Umbra
to explore the use and integration of Umbra 3D graphics
optimization technology as part of its mixed-reality solutions to
process and optimize complex 3D Building Information Models (BIM).
The collaboration is part of Trimble's Mixed–Reality Pilot Program
and solutions strategy to enable users to gather, analyze,
visualize and share spatial information in a mixed-reality
environment.
The growth of BIM and mixed reality has placed increased demands
on wearable technology when working with large or complex 3D
models. As part of the Trimble Mixed-Reality Pilot Program, Umbra
technology can be used to optimize the performance of 3D graphics
applications. The software automatically reduces the triangle count
and generates varied levels of detail of the 3D content. When
viewing the 3D visualization, Umbra is able to choose the right
level of detail and show only the objects that are visible to the
camera at any given time, essentially streaming in only the
necessary 3D assets based on what the user sees.
When working in conjunction with Trimble technologies for BIM
and mixed reality, Umbra can preprocess 3D BIM models and produce
optimized content that can enable Trimble clients to work with
large amounts of 3D content on virtual and mixed-reality devices.
"Mixed reality enables professionals and their clients to interact
with 3D models. Trimble customers are involved in some of the
largest and most complex projects in the world and it's important
to provide a solution which will support their needs," said
Aviad Almagor, director of Trimble's
Mixed-Reality Program. "The computing power needed to visualize
large and highly detailed 3D models can outpace the capabilities of
mobile and wearable devices, which lack the processing power of
professional high-end desktop machines. By collaborating with
Umbra, we can leverage technology proven in video gaming to improve
the user experience and enable visualization of large and complex
Architecture, Engineering and Construction 3D models."
Umbra's new product development extends beyond gaming. "Using
Umbra, Trimble pilot program users will be able to focus on what's
important about 3D and mixed reality: better communication,
richer interaction and faster design review cycles," said Otso
Mäkinen, CEO of Umbra. "With Trimble's global presence and industry
knowledge, this collaboration can enable Umbra to enter new markets
and accelerate the 3D revolution. We are very excited to work with
Trimble as part of its Mixed-Reality Pilot Program."
About Umbra
Umbra has been powering up graphics performance in more than 125
video games during the last 10 years. Clients include
internationally renowned game studios that have produced
commercially successful AAA productions such as Call of Duty®:
Infinite Warfare, Fallout 4, Quantum Break, Deus Ex: Mankind
Divided and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Umbra is a Helsinki based company that was founded in
2006.
Umbra is on a mission to make it possible to display any 3D
content in real time on any piece of hardware. Umbra's solutions
are the backbone of a wide range of 3D applications used by
millions of people every day.
Today the company employs a team of 20 specialists working in
Finland, United States, Korea, China and Japan. For more information, visit:
www.umbra3d.com.
About Trimble's Mixed-Reality Pilot Program
Trimble's Mixed-Reality Pilot Program provides visionary
Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Operations (AECO)
companies an opportunity to experience how mixed-reality technology
can transform the way they work. Working together with Trimble,
pilot participants can explore and utilize mixed reality in their
projects to improve team communication, data interpretation and
collaboration during the design development and pre-construction
stages of their projects. As part of the program, Trimble provides
training and implementation support on Microsoft HoloLens and
Trimble mixed-reality solutions.
About Trimble
Trimble is transforming the way the world works by delivering
products and services that connect the physical and digital worlds.
Core technologies in positioning, modeling, connectivity and data
analytics enable customers to improve productivity, quality, safety
and sustainability. From purpose built products to enterprise
lifecycle solutions, Trimble software, hardware and services are
transforming a broad range of industries such as agriculture,
construction, geospatial and transportation and logistics. For more
information about Trimble (NASDAQ:TRMB), visit:
www.trimble.com.
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