Wave Issue 0105 1/26/01 Article 3-01

***ParallelGraphics gets Optimized for the Internet
(January 25)

ParallelGraphics, a provider of Web based 3D technologies, has
released the Internet Model Optimizer, a next generation tool for
optimizing 3D design models on the Web.

Internet Model Optimizer (IMO) is a tool that provides a way to
optimize 3D models created with CAD/CAM/CAE, and other design
systems, for use on the Internet. It optimizes the models by
allowing the user to eliminate selected polygons while retaining
the original visual quality and shape of the model. In this way
the benefits of 3D models can be experienced and used with modems
providing as little as 56K.

Using IMO in conjunction with ParallelGraphics Internet Scene
Assembler (ISA) allows users to add a range of interactions and
animations in the creation of dynamic 3D visualizations and
online manuals - in both single and multi-user mode.

IMO Features:
- Mathematical Optimization Algorithms that allow for a balance
between the rendering speed and representation quality of 3D
models.
- Customizable Optimization that allows users to choose between
batch and manual optimization.
- Visual Support for all Operations so that users can prepare
real-time presentations without having to program.
- Compatibility with most PC platforms
- Flexible architecture giving users the maximum scope to tailor
the optimization process to the individual characteristics of the
model.

www.parallelgraphics.com