There are a large number of 3d modelling tools available (both open and closed source). I would like to be able to:
- Import GIS data into a 3d environment and retain georeferenceing.
- Retain the quality and resolution of the source data.
- View the data in real time with game like speed.
I have tried a number of tools but they never quite seem to be able to do these three points successfully. Do any tools exist that can reliably satisfy these requirements?
Answer
Assuming that money is no object, then yes, you can have all three at the same time. You'll have to invest in very robust hardware and video for starters. The difference between "games" and GIS when it comes to "game like speed" is that games have the luxury of catering the environment to the strengths of the video card and memory. The real world cannot do that.
Think of the game as a "movie set" and the real world as, well, the real world. The real world is infinitely more complex than the movie set.
If you want a tool that seems to do what you want with reasonable speed and functionality, I would suggest taking a look at GeoWeb3D.
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