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Description
AIR represents a cutting-edge 3D graphics rendering solution, characterized by its innovative architecture and a comprehensive suite of features aimed at swiftly generating high-quality visuals. As a hybrid renderer, AIR blends the rapid rendering capabilities of scanline techniques—efficiently handling complex scenes, motion blur, and depth of field—with the adaptive precision of on-demand ray tracing, allowing for realistic reflections, soft shadows, global illumination, and caustics. This advanced renderer accommodates a wide variety of geometric shapes, such as polygon meshes, trimmed NURBs, subdivision surfaces, curves, particles, and implicit surfaces, all supported in their original form—eliminating the need for pre-meshing. Additionally, AIR facilitates true sub-pixel displacement and supports both high-dynamic range (HDR) input and output. A hallmark of AIR is its highly customizable shading and procedural modeling capabilities, enabling users to enhance the shading language by implementing new functions through any programming language of their choice. This adaptability empowers artists to push the boundaries of their creativity and achieve unprecedented levels of detail and realism in their projects.
Description
LightTools is an all-encompassing 3D software designed for optical engineering and design that facilitates virtual prototyping, simulation, optimization, and the creation of photorealistic renderings in illumination applications. By allowing users to swiftly develop illumination designs that function effectively on the first attempt, it minimizes the number of prototype iterations needed and speeds up the time it takes to bring products to market. Among its notable features are advanced solid modeling capabilities with complete optical precision, exceptional ray tracing performance that allows users to control accuracy and resolution, as well as the option to generate light sources from any geometric configuration, providing unparalleled flexibility. The software also includes specialized tools tailored for specific applications, enabling users to efficiently construct comprehensive models, along with an extensive library of sources and materials that encompasses LEDs and BSDF measurements. Furthermore, it boasts strong data exchange capabilities for mechanical CAD information and maintains an interactive, dynamic connection with SOLIDWORKS, enhancing user experience. Additionally, LightTools offers a variety of licensing options for its multiple modules, ensuring that users can select configurations that best suit their unique requirements.
API Access
Has API
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API Access
Has API
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Pricing Details
$375 per license
Free Trial
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Free Version
No
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
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On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
No
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
Yes
Vendor Details
Company Name
SiTex Graphics
Country
Unites States
Website
www.sitexgraphics.com/html/air.html
Vendor Details
Company Name
Synopsys
Country
United States
Website
www.synopsys.com/optical-solutions/lighttools.html