Select 3D View at the bottom of the graphics model of an analyzed tank to view the actual tank geometry in three dimensions.
This section describes the 3D view and context menu options available on this view
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The software displays the 3D model, upon input. However, certain elements do not appear until you analyze the tank.
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You can view and save output in 2D view by clicking 2D View at the bottom of the graphics model.
You can quickly view basic details about tank elements by pressing CTRL and hovering over the element.
In addition to showing the outer surfaces, you can also view the 3D model in different shading modes, such as flat shaded and Gourard. The software also supports operations, such as panning, zooming, and model rotation.
Right-click anywhere on the 3D view to display the context menu. The toolbar for performing some basic operations appears on the right side view. For more information, see 3D Graphics Toolbar.
Options
Activates the Plot Properties dialog with which you can customize the colors of elements in the display.
Visibility
Select and clear the different options to display and hide that element in the 3D graphics view. For example, you might want to hide the roof to get a better view inside of the tank shell. The elements are not deleted from the model, just hidden.
Render Mode
Select how you want the surfaces and edges to display on the model. Choose between Flat Shaded (shows objects with shaded surfaces and outlined edges) or Gouraud Shaded (shows the objects with shaded surfaces and smooth edges).
View Orthographic
Displays all objects the same relative size regardless of the distance from the observer.
View Perspective
Specifies that the view should display the tank using perspective rendering. Perspective rendering is characterized by:
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The size of objects appears smaller as their distance from the observer increases.
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The size of object dimensions along the line of sight is smaller relative to the dimensions across the line of sight.
Save 3D Model as HTML
Saves an HTML file of the 3D model in the folder where the original TANK job was located. The software prompts you with the file location. Click OK.
Save 3D Model as
Allows you to save the 3D model in the following formats: HTML, TIF, HSF, BMP, and JPEG or JPG. The software defaults to the folder where the original TANK job was located. However, you can browse and save the file to another location.