JT Visualization

JT Visualization is the logical capability of consuming, viewing, marking up, and exchanging 3D product data in the JT (Jupiter Tessellation) lightweight format defined by ISO 14306. JT compresses tessellated geometry, B-rep, PMI, and product structure into a fraction of the size of native CAD, making it the dominant choice for downstream review, supplier collaboration, and digital mock-up.

What it covers

• Multiple level-of-detail tessellations for fast rendering of large assemblies.
• B-rep geometry for downstream CAD interoperability when required.
• PMI display preserved from the authoring CAD.
• Product structure and metadata for assembly browsing.
• Long-term archival of model views via ISO 14306.

Relationships (see sidebar)

• Part of the agnostic Lightweight 3D Visualization capability — JT is one of several format-bound children alongside 3DXML, Creo View / PVS, 3D PDF (PRC), glTF, and FBX.
• Supports the Supplier Development, CAM Manufacturing Planning, and Service and Maintenance processes.
• Implemented by systems including Siemens NX, Siemens Teamcenter (JT2Go / Active Workspace viewer), Dassault CATIA (JT export), and PTC Creo (Creo View).
• Conforms to the JT format (ISO 14306).