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Volumetric 3D Models

At Ilumbra, we focus on creating scientifically accurate models of astronomical objects, for use in planetariums, print and digital media.

We have dozens of volumetric models that will be perfect for your next project. Whether this be a press release, movie, planetarium show or academic lecture, we can provide you with the 3D models you need. If you can’t find the object you want, we can make it for you!

Please check our latest and best Featured Products below and to get a feel for our volumetric models, you can explore our Model of the Day by using your mouse to rotate and zoom the object.

Featured Products

Black Hole Shader
Eagle Nebula
Helix Nebula
Horsehead Nebula
Trifid Nebula

Model of the Day

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Animations

The volumetric models we develop at Ilumbra can be used both interactively in the dome or for creating non-interactive animations. Animations are great for other media such as movies, computer games, and websites to name a few. The resolution of animations can also be much higher than that of interactive dome presentations, and static models can even be made dynamic (think exploding supernova).

At Ilumbra we can either provide you with the models such that you can make your own animations (using your software of choice, e.g. Unity, Iluvia), or we can create them for you. Please contact us so we can discuss your project and provide you with a quote.

High Resolution Models

Our standard volumetric 3D models consist of DDS-Format data cubes at resolutions of 256³ and 512³. The complexity of some models might require higher spatial resolutions for optimal visualization. If your system is capable of handling higher resolution or the models is suitable for nesting several volumes at different spatial scales, the limitations may be overcome. Please consult with us about these options for your model. We will be happy to prepare a quote for this resolution enhancing service.

Consulting

Are you are going to include 3D visualizations of astronomical objects in your media production? Then you will need scientific answers to many questions, such as:

How to make models scientifically accurate?
There are plenty of pictures of the same object, but they all look different from each other. Which is right?
What is the science behind the objects?
How can we constrain the 3-D structure of an object from 2-D images and other scientific information?
What is the latest knowledge on this type of object?

We get the answers to your questions through:

Astrophysical background research in current scientific literature
Data and information for constraints of 3-D structure
Selection of colors and color coding based on scientific data and theory
Scientific support during modeling process

We provide the scientific support for your 3-D visualization project of astronomical objects in:

Planetariums, museums and science centers
Documentary and movie productions.
Book illustrations and outreach projects

Please, contact us and let's talk about your project

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