Paper The Integration of GIS with Three-Dimensional/Animation Software for Presentations to Local Government

Author: Scott E. Dickison
Organization: Fuller, Mossbarger, Scott and May Engineers, Inc.

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Recently, FMSM Engineers has been involved in the development of presentations for local governments and other municipal organizations using large quantities of spatial data. A three-dimensional approach was used to illustrate several of the spatial issues rather than the traditional two-dimensional (map) approach. It was found that in presentations to local governments a greater understanding of the spatial issues was achieved when three dimensions/animations were used. Through the integration of GIS technology with three-dimensional/animation software, a more effective presentation can be prepared. This paper addresses that preparation and illustrates the smooth integration of GIS with three-dimensional/animation software.