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Converting 3D Model

Posted: Mon Nov 18, 2019 2:04 pm
by Mini_Von
I am trying to convert and import a few 3d models from sketchup into tacview.

I downloaded a few models and removed their textures and landing gear and then exported the model to an .obj file. I moved the file to C:\Matrix Games\Command Modern Operations\Resources\Tacview\Data\Meshes. I edited the excel file to point to the new model. I keep getting a square box when model is viewed in tacview.

I'm assuming that the file is not being converted to an .obj file correctly. Any ideas on how to make this work?

Thanks,



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RE: Converting 3D Model

Posted: Mon Nov 18, 2019 4:13 pm
by Mini_Von
***Solved***


The file name is case sensitive. FixedWing.U-2.obj

RE: Converting 3D Model

Posted: Mon Nov 18, 2019 6:00 pm
by Mini_Von
I did it! Here is a U-2 that was downloaded off the internet and successfully imported into tacview.

I had to resize the drawing and rotate it so the nose was pointing forward. I exported it from sketchup using the "triangulate all faces" option.



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RE: Converting 3D Model

Posted: Tue Nov 19, 2019 5:21 pm
by serjames
I can see much work in the future...

3D Pack - yay ! ;-)