Figure 1 : To begin my 3D scanning process, I scanned a handmade tulip to familiarize myself with the techniques and requirements for future models.The initial findings, obtained with the model near the light source, were disappointing rather than comprehensive. Figure 2 : Later tests, carried out with three different apps, produced vastly improved and detailed results.To ensure originality of the project, attempts were made using the Magicam app to generate specific models based on the University of Hull’s shield, torch, Yorkshire flower, and bird.Figure 3 : Since my grandfather collects antiques and the University logo features certain elements, I began my search at his flat. Finding an old fabric with a Yorkshire flower, a pair of shields, a sea bell, everything was documented with my phone in order to start the development process.
As the processing time has ended, the shield showed the excellent detail and miniman faults, so it will be used in the app design to show AR experience.
Figure 4 : As Maya was openned, the 3D scanned model was converted from object mode to edge mode which allowed to clean up any excess while scanning the 3D object.Figure 5 : As Maya was openned, the 3D scanned model was converted from object mode to edge mode which allowed to clean up any excess while scanning the 3D object.
Figure 6 : University of Hull Wayfinder testing with a 3D model being imported into AR Viewer to test the operation of the concept. Having in mind the detail and successfulness of the
As the model was cleaned and exported, decision was made to travel to University of Hull and film the AR experience to include into the app design. In order to create this view decision was made to use AR Viewer as the previous attempts were not successful. Especially the Geospacial Creator or Vuforia, the programs didn’t take the 3D Model in, so it was importan to find alternatives.
Yorkshire Flower
Figure 7 : Print of Yorkshire flower from the original fabric embodies the region’s beauty and historical significance, mirroring the University of Hull logo.Figure 8 : Having in mind the potential faults with 3D scanning, decision was made to produce Yorkshire Flower as a 3D model with the help of the Maya and 3D Substance Painter.
Figure 9 : However, in order to transport this model to AR experiance, it was required to use a different AR app called Architeque which allowed to import the 3D model in to AR experience from Laptop and implement the model in to the area of your choice (Arhiteque, n.d).Figure 10 : After the Yorkshire flower was successfully painted, difficulty came exporting the model into Stager in to order for file to read in other applications. However, the painted flower had difficulties exporting to Stager, so decision was made to import into After Effects and video montage the flower as the software allows it.
References
Arhiteque, n.d. Powerful Platform for Product Presentations in 3D and Augmented Reality [Online] (n.d.) Available at : https://www.ar-chiteque.com [Accessed in 26 April 2024]
