CSM 3D Viewer

The CSM 3D Viewer is a web-based tool that lets users upload and render 3D models directly in the browser, enabling quick validation and collaboration without local software. It supports OBJ, FBX, and GLTF/GLB formats, delivering fast visual feedback, texture previews when available, and accurate geometry playback. Conceptually, the tool builds a lightweight scene graph, applies a chosen unit system (mm, cm, m, in), and renders the model in real time using WebGL. It prioritizes visualization accuracy and responsiveness over editing capabilities, making it suitable for design reviews, sales catalogs, and education. Core features include safe file validation, progressive loading for large files, camera controls for orbit/pan/zoom, basic texture/material rendering, bounding box display, and optional exports. Advanced options may include environment lighting presets, section cuts, multi-model comparisons, and metadata extraction (vertex count, polygon count, bounds). The combination of browser-native rendering, wide format support, and direct export/share capabilities provides a low-friction workflow for teams that require rapid model assessment, documentation, and stakeholder communication. Use cases span product validation in engineering, asset preparation for catalogs, classroom demonstrations, and remote design reviews; the tool helps verify scale, geometry integrity, and visual fidelity before committing to downstream workflows.