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
 
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
 
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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