Inserting 3D objects in Powerpoint

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nopa

Hi,

I need to show 3D objects in a presentation (I can convert them to any
3D format -dxf, obj, 3ds, fbx, etc...- ), and I need interactive 3D
rotation/zooming/panning with the mouse while I run the presentation.

I've searched the usenet archives for this, and the only solution I
found is DeepPublish, which looks nice, but I'd like to know if
there're more alternatives.

thanks,

nopa
 
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Ute Simon

Hi nopa,

I've had some success embedding VRML-3D-objects into PowerPoint-slides. I
don't have experience with the file formats you mentioned. But try the
following: With View - Toolbar - Control Toolbox and click on the
Hammer&Wrench-icon ("More Controls"). Search the list whether your
3D-Program has installed an ActiveX Control and test it, if you can use it
in PowerPoint. Usually by clicking on it and drawing a rectangle. Then
right-click on this rectangle and choose Properties. There should be a
place to insert the file name.

There is not much information about this in the internet. This is a start:
http://www.presentersonline.com/tutorials/powerpoint/activex.shtml. I have
a bit more in German, if you are able to read that.

And, please, report back whether you were successful, so that others may
learn from your experiences.

Best regards,
Ute
 
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nopa

Ute Simon wrote:
[...]
And, please, report back whether you were successful, so that others may
learn from your experiences.
Click to expand...

One important thing that I didn't mention is that I'm a teacher, and my
students should be able to play the 3D presentations in their computers
without needing to buy any additional product.

The web is infected of 3D ActiveX controls, so I feel a bit lost after
some hours of intense searching.

In terms of cost, the best option I found is
http://www.octaga.com/download_octaga.html (free for academic
purposes), but I didn't try it yet, so I can't say whether it works for
me or not.

If anybody has additional advice, please tell.

nopa
 
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