3D Virtual Tour Guide

Training System
PRESENTED BY
UNDER THE GUIDANCE
BEVAN CHRISTY THOMSON
OF S5 BCA
ROLL NO:11
MS. LAKSHMI R.NAIR
 ABSTRACT

 3D Virtual Tour Guide Training System is to improve the professional

quality of tour guides.

 To solve lack of internship resources, insufficient time and funds, and

safety.

 Developed by using Unity3D interactive development engine and

3ds Max 3d modeling technology.

 It provides the trainers with a high simulation scenario and a good training
environment of interactivity
 INTRODUCTION
 For tour guides to improve their ability to explain, organize, coordinate, respond to
emergencies and deal with emergencies flexibly.

 Traditional practical training is limited by time, safety and funds, so the teaching effect is
not good.

 This system are developed by using two softwares:

1. Unity3D interactive development engine(VR).
2. 3ds Max 3d modeling technology(modelling).

 Trainers can conduct interactive tour guide simulation experience.

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 These can effectively improve the disadvantages of traditional practical

training.

 increase the trainers' interest in learning and opportunities for practice.

 and thus improve the quality and effect of training.

EXISTING SYSTEM
 PROPOSED SYSTEM

FUNCTIONAL ARCHITECTURE OF THE

SYSTEM
 FUNCTIONAL ARCHITECTURE OF
THE SYSTEM
 The system is divided into three modules:

1. system learning module.

2. scenic spot learning module.
3. simulation practice module.

1. system learning module:

 Shows the relevant system and basic knowledge of the tour guide industry.

 That need to be understood by the trainer in the process of tour guide training.
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2. scenic spot learning module:

 Trainers can learn about scenic spots.

 Learn related historical and cultural knowledge by watching related

animations and automatic roaming of virtual scenic spots.

3. simulation practice module:

 Trainer can choose and browse the scenic buildings independently.

 Train the guide's commentary content independently.

DEVELOPMENT PROCESS OF THE
SYSTEM
 Unity 3D and 3Ds Max are used to develop these system.

UNITY 3D

 Unity is a cross-platform game engine developed by Unity Technologies.

 The engine can be used to create three-dimensional, two-dimensional, virtual

reality, and augmented reality games, as well as simulations and other
experiences
 Autodesk 3ds Max

 3ds max is a professional 3D computer graphics program for making 3D

animations, models, games and images.

 It is also used for movie effects and movie pre-visualization

 DEVELOPMENT PROCESS OF THE SYSTEM

 It is necessary to collect the geographic data of the city and take photos with the
camera(360camera).

 It is necessary to use AutoCAD and combine the accurate data of the city to draw the
plan.

 The scenic spot was modeled by 3ds Max.

 Converted into FBX(Filmbox) format which was compatible with Unity3D.

 Then, the transformed model should be imported into Unity3D for interaction design.
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 Then, it is necessary to complete the interface design of each module of

the system.

 Match commentary for the scene and set the background music.

 the system is optimized and packaged into executable files

Development flow chart of the system
KEY TECHNOLOGIES FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION
OF TOUR GUIDE TRAINING SYSTEM
A. MODELING TECHNOLOGY
 Due to the complexity of scenic spot scene, many modeling methods are
used.

 There are different modeling methods for different objects.

 There may be multiple modeling methods for the same object.

 There are 5 types of modelling:

I. Direct modeling of basic three-dimensional shape

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II. Polygon modeling

III. Two-dimensional graph modeling

IV. Composite object modeling

V. Mapping Modeling
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I. Direct modeling of basic three-dimensional shape:

 It is possible for objects that can be modeled using standard geometry,

extended geometry. and their combinations provided in 3ds Max.

 Such as the common table and chairs in our daily life.

II. Polygon modeling:

 For the object that needs to take standard geometry or extended geometry
as the initial shape and has complex structure.
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IV. Two-dimensional graph modeling:

 For some objects with complex shapes, which cannot use standard geometry
or extended geometry as the initial shape.

 We can try to use 2d graphics as the initial shape.

 Convert it into a 3d model by adding corresponding modifiers.

IV. Composite object modeling:

 Used for modeling that requires two or more objects to be combined into an
object in a specific way.
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V. Mapping Modeling:
 Mapping modeling is used to model plants and some distant objects which
do not require high models.
B. The use of NGUI
 The interface design of the whole system is made by using the UGUI package provided by
Unity3D.

 which is mainly used to beautify the interface of the system.

 NGUI (next-gen UI) is a powerful UI system and event notification framework for Unity.

 UGUI – UNITY GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE

C. Making the Learning Module of the Scenic Spot

 The scenic spot learning module is mainly realized through the automatic roaming
animation of the whole scene set by the system.
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 The animation component is bound on the camera.

 The purpose of automatic roaming is achieved by playing animation clips.

 The automatic tour animation includes the text and voice introduction of
each scenic spot

 After completion of the study, the trainer can enter the "simulation
practice" for practical practice.
D. Implementation of the simulation practice module
 The trainer can use keyboard and mouse operation, according to their own tour path to
tour the virtual simulation scene.

 The trainer goes to a "scenic spot", he can match the corresponding explanation to carry
on the simulation training as if he were on the scene.

 The specific implementation process is as follows:

 select "Assets- >Import Package->Characters" in the Unity 3D menu bar.

 import the character Package

 select "FPSController" in the "Project" panel and drag it into the scene/

 The main process is: Assets->StandardAssets->Characters-

>FirstPersonCharacters->Prefabs->FPSController
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 Since there is a Camera in the "FPSController“

 we need to delete the original "Main Camera" in the scene
 We double-click on the "FPSController" and use the move rotate
tool to position the view properly.
 Then we added "Capsule Collider" for the "FPSController" and
"Box Collider" for the wall to prevent the first person controller from
going through the wall.
 users can click to run and then use the keyboard and mouse to
control roaming
Simulation practice structure
E. The System Optimization and Release

 Reduce the number of planes to be rendered by the system runtime.

 Reducing the consumption of memory resources.

 Adjust Clipping Planes property of Main Camera in the scene and select smaller values.

 When publishing under Windows, we need to click File - > Build Setting in the menu bar.

 We need to click on the scenarios in the Engineering Panel and drag them to an editable
list.

 The number after the scene indicates the order of rendering.

 the first rendering of scene No. 0 will be launched by clicking Build.

Unity 3D Interface
3DS MAX Interface
AutoCAD Interface
360 Camera
 ADVANTAGES

 Improve the teaching quality.

 Learn and practice anytime and anywhere

 Solve Lack of internship resources, insufficient time and funds.

 DISADVANTAGES

 Big data need

 CONCLUSIONS

 Unity3D provides a training environment with strong interactivity and

immersion for the trainers.
 The scenic spot to learn and practice anytime and anywhere.
 The application of this system can not only effectively solve the problems
of time, cost, traffic safety and other aspects existing in the current guide
training.
FUTURE SCOPE
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