Live View Axis Top
camera_forward = normalize(camera.target - camera.position) world_up = vec3(0,1,0) // or camera.up for view-top behavior flat_forward = normalize(project_on_plane(camera_forward, world_up)) target_rotation = look_rotation(flat_forward, world_up) object.rotation = slerp(object.rotation, target_rotation, smoothing)
: You can add date/time or custom text (like "Top View") via Settings > Overlay . live view axis top
: For wide-angle or high-resolution cameras, you can define virtual channels that act as individual camera feeds, focusing on specific regions of interest without moving the physical camera. camera_forward = normalize(camera
| Context | Meaning of "Live View Axis Top" | | :--- | :--- | | | Physical mounting position (overhead) or software rotation setting for an Axis brand camera. | | Robotics | A control view where the Z-axis is oriented upward; used for precision height tasks. | | 3D Design | An orthographic viewport looking directly down at the model (Plan View). | | Drones | Camera pointing straight down (Nadir) for mapping or inspection purposes. | | | Robotics | A control view where
: This displays your hierarchy of devices and pre-defined "Views" (split-screens). You can click or drag cameras from here directly into the main viewing pane. Search Field