.3DXML File Extension
Dassault Systemes 3D XML File
Developer | Dassault Systemes |
Popularity | |
Category | 3D Image Files |
Format | .3DXML |
Cross Platform | Update Soon |
What is an 3DXML file?
The .3DXML
file extension is used for 3D XML files created by Dassault Systèmes, a company specializing in 3D design software. The 3D XML format is a standard for representing 3D models and related data in XML format.
More Information.
The .3DXML
format was introduced in the early 2000s as part of Dassault Systèmes’ strategy to make 3D data more accessible and interoperable. Its initial purpose was to facilitate the sharing and viewing of 3D models, particularly in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and industrial design. Over time, it has been integrated into various Dassault Systèmes products and used in collaborative design environments.
Origin Of This File.
The .3DXML
format was developed by Dassault Systèmes, a French software company renowned for its 3D design and product lifecycle management solutions. Dassault Systèmes introduced this format to provide a standardized method for sharing 3D models across different applications and platforms.
File Structure Technical Specification.
- File Structure: The
.3DXML
file is an XML-based format that contains 3D model data, including geometry, texture, and material information. It often includes references to other files, such as texture maps. - Technical Specification: The file is structured in XML, which makes it human-readable and easy to parse. It supports hierarchical data representation, allowing complex 3D scenes to be described in a structured manner. The format can encapsulate various 3D elements, including meshes, surfaces, and metadata.
How to Convert the File?
Windows
- Using Dassault Systèmes Software:
- CATIA: Open the
.3DXML
file and use theSave As
orExport
function to convert the file to another format such as.STEP
,.IGES
,.OBJ
, or.FBX
. - 3DEXPERIENCE: Similar process to CATIA; use the export options available.
- CATIA: Open the
- Third-Party Converters:
- MeshLab: Open the
.3DXML
file (after installing necessary plugins or converting if required) and export it to other formats. - Blender: Import the
.3DXML
file (via plugins or conversion tools) and then export it to your desired format.
- MeshLab: Open the
Linux
- Using Conversion Tools:
- Convert to Common Formats: Use third-party tools like Blender (requires plugins or intermediate steps) to import and convert
.3DXML
files. - CAD Software: Some CAD tools available for Linux might support
.3DXML
through import plugins or additional steps.
- Convert to Common Formats: Use third-party tools like Blender (requires plugins or intermediate steps) to import and convert
- Command-Line Tools:
- Assimp: The Assimp library can be used with custom scripts or programs to convert
.3DXML
files if it supports the format.
- Assimp: The Assimp library can be used with custom scripts or programs to convert
macOS
- Using Dassault Systèmes Software:
- CATIA: If you have access to CATIA via virtualization or a Mac-compatible version, you can use it to export
.3DXML
files to other formats.
- CATIA: If you have access to CATIA via virtualization or a Mac-compatible version, you can use it to export
- Third-Party Applications:
- Blender: Install Blender and use available plugins to import
.3DXML
files, then export to the desired format. - Online Converters: Web-based converters might offer solutions for converting
.3DXML
files on macOS.
- Blender: Install Blender and use available plugins to import
Android
- Using Mobile Apps:
- 3D Viewer Apps: Some apps available on Google Play Store might offer conversion features, but these are typically limited in functionality.
- Cloud Services: Use cloud-based conversion services that can handle
.3DXML
files and convert them to formats accessible via mobile apps.
- Web-Based Tools:
- Online Converters: Access online conversion tools through the Android browser, upload your
.3DXML
file, and convert it to a more common format.
- Online Converters: Access online conversion tools through the Android browser, upload your
iOS
- Using iOS Apps:
- 3D Viewer Apps: Look for apps that offer import and conversion capabilities for
.3DXML
files. These might be limited in functionality. - Cloud-Based Solutions: Utilize web-based converters accessible through Safari or other browsers on iOS.
- 3D Viewer Apps: Look for apps that offer import and conversion capabilities for
- Web-Based Tools:
- Online Conversion Services: Use online tools that support
.3DXML
conversion via the iOS browser.
- Online Conversion Services: Use online tools that support
Other Environments
- Web-Based Converters:
- Online Tools: Use web-based conversion services that support
.3DXML
files. These services typically allow you to upload a.3DXML
file and download it in a different format.
- Online Tools: Use web-based conversion services that support
- Cross-Platform Solutions:
- File Conversion Software: Some cross-platform tools (Java-based, Python-based) might support
.3DXML
conversion if configured correctly.
- File Conversion Software: Some cross-platform tools (Java-based, Python-based) might support
Advantages And Disadvantages.
- Advantages:
- Interoperability:
.3DXML
is designed to be a universal format for 3D data, making it easier to share and view models across different software. - Human-Readable: Being based on XML, the file is readable and editable with text editors.
- Integration: It is well-integrated with Dassault Systèmes’ suite of products, enhancing compatibility and functionality within that ecosystem.
- Interoperability:
- Disadvantages:
- File Size: XML-based files can be larger compared to binary formats, potentially leading to increased storage and processing requirements.
- Limited Support: While widely used in specific industries, it may not be as supported or recognized as other 3D formats like
.OBJ
or.FBX
.
How to Open 3DXML?
Open In Windows
- Dassault Systèmes Software: CATIA, 3DEXPERIENCE
- Viewers: 3D XML Player (free viewer from Dassault Systèmes)
Open In Linux
- 3D XML Viewer: You may need to use third-party tools or convert the file to a more common format first. There are no native Linux tools that directly support
.3DXML
without conversion.
Open In MAC
- Dassault Systèmes Software: CATIA (via virtualization or cross-platform solutions)
- Viewers: 3D XML Player for macOS may be available, but support might be limited.
Open In Android
Apps: There are some 3D viewer apps available on the Google Play Store that might support .3DXML
files, but compatibility can vary.
Open In IOS
Apps: Similar to Android, there are a few 3D viewer apps available on the App Store that may support .3DXML
files. Specific support will depend on the app.
Open in Others
Web-Based Viewers: Some web-based tools and platforms might offer the ability to view .3DXML
files directly in a browser.