This autodigitizing magic is accomplished by Lasershow Converter MAX, Pangolin's new plug-in for the program 3D Studio MAX.
The plug-in enables computer graphic artists to convert 3D objects and scenes into laser outlines. The result can be as simple as a single-frame logo, or as complex as an animated fly-through of a city.
Working with lasers within 3D Studio MAX is fast and natural. It typically takes far less than one second to convert a computer graphics frame into laser graphics. Hidden line removal and object occlusion (“masking”) is automatic. An entire laser animation can be quickly stored, and then played back in realtime to check object motion.
Lasershow Converter MAX is an amazing advance in software for use with laser displays. It is so advanced, it has received a First Place ILDA 2001 Fenning Award
for Technical Achievement.
