GLB to FBX in C#

How to convert GLB to FBX using .NET REST API

Converting GLB to FBX is a crucial step in the 3D design and development process, especially for professionals working with diverse tools and platforms. While GLB is a lightweight format optimized for web and AR/VR applications, FBX is a more versatile format widely supported by industry-standard software for 3D modeling, animation, and game development.

Therefore, by converting GLB to FBX, we can unlock broader capabilities, ensuring your 3D assets are adaptable, editable, and ready for use in various high-performance environments.

REST API to Optimize 3D Assets

Aspose.3D Cloud offers a powerful suite of tools for manipulating and converting 3D file formats like FBX and GLB. This cloud-based API enables you to work with a wide range of 3D file formats effortlessly, without the need for complex software setups. With Aspose.3D Cloud API, you can convert, modify, and create 3D models on the fly, using simple API calls. Other than conversion, the API enables you to modify 3D meshes, adjust scene hierarchies, apply transformations, extract and edit metadata, textures, add animations in your 3D files and much more.

Installation and Configuration

In order to use the SDK, first you need to search Aspose.3D-Cloud in NuGet packages manager and click the Add Package button. Secondly, obtain your client credentials from cloud dashboard. In case you do not have an existing account, simply create a free account by following the instructions specified in the quick start article.

GLB to FBX in C# .NET

Let’s explore the details on how Aspose.3D Cloud SDK for .NET simplifies working with complex 3D assets, enabling us to integrate advanced 3D functionality into .NET applications.

ThreeDCloudApi threeDCloudApi = new ThreeDCloudApi("client_credentials", clientID, clientSecret);

create an instance of ThreeDCloudApi, where we pass the Client ID and Client Secret details as arguments.

threeDCloudApi.UploadFile(inputFileName, inputStream);

Upload the source GLB file to cloud storage.

var response = threeDCloudApi.PostConvertByFormat(inputFileName, newFormat, newFileName, null, isOverwrite: true, null);

Call the API to perform the GLB to FBX conversion.

The sample file used in the above example can be downloaded from Wolf-Blender-2.82a.glb.

  • You may consider using either of following FBX file codes during the conversion process. fbx7200ascii, fbx7200binary, fbx7300ascii, fbx7300binary, fbx7400ascii, fbx7400binary, fbx7500ascii, fbx7500binary

Convert GLB to FBX using the cURL commands

By leveraging the power of cURL commands, the binary glTF to Autodesk FBX conversion process becomes even more streamlined, as you can directly communicate with the API without the need for complex setups or additional software. This approach offers flexibility, as it allows developers to perform conversions from any platform with internet access, without requiring an in-depth understanding of 3D file formats or dependencies.

The first step in this approach is to generate a JWT access token based on Client ID and Client Secret details.

curl -v "https://api.aspose.cloud/connect/token" \
-X POST \
-d "grant_type=client_credentials&client_id=XXXXXX-XXXXXX-XXXXXX-bff4-f5a14a4b6466&client_secret=XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX" \
-H "Content-Type: application/x-www-form-urlencoded" \
-H "Accept: application/json"

Once the JWT token has been generated, we can execute the following cURL command, which calls PostConvertByFormat API to perform the GLB to FBX conversion.

curl -v "https://api.aspose.cloud/v3.0/3d/saveas/{sourceFile}&newformat=fbx7200binary&newfilename={resultantFile}&IsOverwrite=false&storage=internal" \
-X POST \
-H "accept: application/json" \
-H "authorization: Bearer {accessToken}"

Replace sourceFile with the name of input GLB file, resultantFile with the name of resultant FBX file and accessToken with JWT token generated above.

Free Binary glTF to Autodesk FBX converter

Witness the amazing capabilities of our .NET REST API while using a lightweight and efficient GLTF to FBX Conversion App. It’s built on top of Aspose.3D Cloud APIs and can be tested online without any installation requirements.

GLB to FBX app

Binary glTF to Autodesk FBX conversion preview

Conclusion

We have learned that by using Aspose.3D Cloud SDK for .NET or leveraging the simple cURL commands, the GLB to FBX conversion process becomes effortless and highly efficient. Both approaches offer powerful features, ensuring high-quality conversions while saving valuable time and effort. Whether you need to handle complex 3D models or automate bulk conversions, Aspose.3D Cloud provides a reliable, scalable solution.

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