Last year, we introduced the iTwin Exporter for Datasmith as a Technology Preview. We received valuable feedback from early adopters, who highlighted a significant drawback: the file format was not suitable for large-scale infrastructure projects. However, scalability is a key aspect of the iTwin Platform, especially for modern infrastructure projects. To address this limitation, we have developed the 3DFT technology, enabling streaming of large-scale infrastructure models in Unreal Engine.
We will no longer support the iTwin Exporter for Datasmith Technology Preview and will instead enable game engine integrations through 3DFT.
3DFT is an incredible technology that is revolutionizing the way we curate digital twin experiences. We are excited to see what you will create with it!
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Last year, we introduced the iTwin Exporter for Datasmith as a Technology Preview. We received valuable feedback from early adopters, who highlighted a significant drawback: the file format was not suitable for large-scale infrastructure projects. However, scalability is a key aspect of the iTwin Platform, especially for modern infrastructure projects. To address this limitation, we have developed the 3DFT technology, enabling streaming of large-scale infrastructure models in Unreal Engine.
To get started with 3DFT, register an application on the iTwin Platform by following the steps here - https://developer.bentley.com/tutorials/quickstart-web-and-service-apps/#12-register-your-application
And take a couple more steps to launch the application. You can get more details here - https://github.com/iTwin/unreal-engine-3dft-plugin
We will no longer support the iTwin Exporter for Datasmith Technology Preview and will instead enable game engine integrations through 3DFT.
3DFT is an incredible technology that is revolutionizing the way we curate digital twin experiences. We are excited to see what you will create with it!