--- title: "2D/3D Animations and Flythroughs" url: https://sencom.com.au/products/animations-and-flythroughs/ type: page date: 2025-08-15 modified: 2026-08-04 markdown_url: https://sencom.com.au/products/animations-and-flythroughs.md author: "Technical Sentient" --- # 2D/3D Animations and Flythroughs [vc_row background_color="#00000000"][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_gap height="40"] ![](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/c9MCeS5ktTk/maxresdefault.jpg) [/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2" background_color="#FFFFFF"][vc_gap height="40"][vc_gap][vc_column_text css=""] # GENERATE AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT WITH THE POWER OF ANIMATION Sentient's immersive 3D animation and 2D animation services enable companies across the nation to engage with their audience, convey complicated concepts, and **unlock the power of visual storytelling. **As a leader in computing animation, we bridge the gap between technical data and creative delivery. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element="yes" background_color="#EBEBEE"][vc_column][vc_gap height="40"][vc_column_text css=""] ## WHY SENTIENT? At Sentient, we bring your ideas to life with captivating presentations, intricate equipment animations, and immersive 3d flythrough of sites and facilities to clearly articulate your message. As a forward-thinking animation company in Australia, we leverage the use of gaming technology to speed up the development and iteration of our CGI animation projects. This innovative approach significantly speeds up the development process and allows for significantly quicker turnarounds. Whether you need compelling 2d animations to explain processes or engaging 3d animations to showcase environments or products, Sentient delivers. Our experience in creating realistic CGI flythrough visualisations is particularly valuable for industries such as mining, construction, and infrastructure across Australia. [/vc_column_text][vc_gap height="40"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element="yes" background_color="#00000000"][vc_column][vc_gap height="40"][vc_column_text css=""] ## How our 3D Animations are Used: [/vc_column_text][vc_gap height="40"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_placement="middle" disable_element="yes" background_color="#00000000"][vc_column][vc_gallery type="grid" columns="4" images="12268,12269,12270,12271,12272,12273,12274,12275"][vc_gap height="10"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_placement="middle" disable_element="yes" background_color="#00000000"][vc_column width="1/2" background_color="#00000000"][vc_box bg_color="#EBEBEE" opacity=""][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1754987341299{padding-top: 40px !important;padding-right: 40px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;padding-left: 40px !important;}"]The three core purposes include: - Stakeholder Engagement - Training and Inductions - Communications and Marketing [/vc_column_text][/vc_box][vc_box bg_color="#05CCCC" opacity="20%"][/vc_box][vc_gap height="10"][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_box bg_color="#EBEBEE" opacity=""][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1754987240134{padding-top: 40px !important;padding-right: 40px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;padding-left: 40px !important;}"] "A picture tells a thousand words, and our team of highly skilled artists can design and create animations that transform complex, technical information into clear messages that build shared understanding." [/vc_column_text][vc_gap height="10"][/vc_box][vc_gap height="10"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row background_color="#EBEBEE"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1755048584331{padding-top: 20px !important;}"] ## Our Animation Development Process [/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion style="modern" color="white" active_section="" collapsible_all="true"][vc_tta_section title="Step 1 - Scoping and narrative design" tab_id="1755047695261-272255f3-b9f1"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1755048002185{padding-top: 20px !important;}"]Our team work with you to scope out the purpose of the animation and come up with a compelling narrative design.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title="Step 2 - Storyboarding" tab_id="1755047695289-c267522c-8c2e"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1755048080066{padding-top: 20px !important;}"]We then visualise and map out a sequence of how the story will be told.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title="Step 3 - Blocking out a rough draft" tab_id="1755047740978-4c099491-31ae"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1755048188502{padding-top: 20px !important;}"]The animation team then blocks out a rough draft of the 2D animation or 3D animation. This allows them to work out any missing elements or creative changes that need making.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title="Step 4 - Iterative development cycle" tab_id="1755047777168-1c4acfc7-c55b"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1755048274022{padding-top: 20px !important;}"]We then do various different iterations of the animation to find a version that best suits the scope of the project for our client.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title="Step 5 - Rendering and final delivery" tab_id="1755047825423-49adcd93-5ac4"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1755048313550{padding-top: 20px !important;}"]Finally, we render the best iteration of the animation and deliver a fully finished animation product to you, our client![/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1755047936961{padding-top: 20px !important;}"]Whether it's for stakeholder engagement, training or marketing, our workflow respects the objective, respects the data and respects the end users – tell us what you need and let's tell your story.[/vc_column_text][vc_gap][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_gap][vc_column_text css=""] ## Examples of 2D/3D Animations and Flythroughs [/vc_column_text] - [All](javascript:) - [Mining](javascript:) - [Oil and Gas](javascript:) - [Renewables](javascript:) All Mining Oil and Gas Renewables ![AGIG Tubridgi Gas Storage Facility](https://sencom.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/yt_thumb_agig-tubridgi-275x375.png) [##### AGIG Tubridgi Gas Storage Facility](#) A 3D animated flythrough detailing the flow of gas throughout the Onslow region and the Tubridgi Gas Storage Facility. AGIG Tubridgi Gas Storage Facility A 3D animated flythrough detailing the flow of gas throughout the Onslow region and the Tubridgi Gas Storage Facility. ![Envirotrace Leak Detection Animation](https://sencom.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/yt-thumb_envirotrace-leak-detection-animation-275x375.png) [##### Envirotrace Leak Detection Animation](#) A marketing focused 3D animation for Canadian company Envirotrace. Envirotrace Leak Detection Animation A marketing focused 3D animation for Canadian company Envirotrace. ![Minprovise Apron Feeder](https://sencom.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/yt-thumb_minprovise-apron-feeder-275x375.png) [##### Minprovise Apron Feeder](#) Sentient created a 3d animation for Minprovise to show off the features of their brand new apron feeder design. Minprovise Apron Feeder Sentient created a 3d animation for Minprovise to show off the features of their brand new apron feeder design. ![PumpEng JetGuard](https://sencom.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/yt-thumb_jetguard-animation-275x375.png) [##### PumpEng JetGuard](#) PumpEng contacted Sentient to create an animation showcasing their new JetGuard pumps. PumpEng JetGuard PumpEng contacted Sentient to create an animation showcasing their new JetGuard pumps. ![South American Ferro Metals](https://sencom.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/SENCOM-Animations-1-275x375.png) [##### South American Ferro Metals](#) 3D flyover of the South American Ferro Metals site. South American Ferro Metals 3D flyover of the South American Ferro Metals site. ![Anglo American and De Beers](https://sencom.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/SENCOM-Animations-2-275x375.png) [##### Anglo American and De Beers](#) 3D flyover of the Venetia Diamond Mine Anglo American and De Beers 3D flyover of the Venetia Diamond Mine ![Chrysos - PhotonAssay™](https://sencom.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/SENCOM-Animations-3-275x375.png) [##### Chrysos - PhotonAssay™](#) 3D corporate video explaining the physics of Chrysos PhotonAssay™ Chrysos - PhotonAssay™ 3D corporate video explaining the physics of Chrysos PhotonAssay™ ![AGIG Decarbonisation](https://sencom.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/SENCOM-Animations-4-275x375.png) [##### AGIG Decarbonisation](#) Illustration of Australian Gas Infrastructure Group’s Decarbonisation and Hydrogen production plan. AGIG Decarbonisation Illustration of Australian Gas Infrastructure Group’s Decarbonisation and Hydrogen production plan. ![MAVI Visualisations](https://sencom.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/SENCOM-Animations-5-275x375.png) [##### MAVI Visualisations](#) Renewable energy visualisations taken from Sentient MAVI projects for stakeholder engagement MAVI Visualisations Renewable energy visualisations taken from Sentient MAVI projects for stakeholder engagement ![Fortescue Real Zero Mobility](https://sencom.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/SENCOM-Animations-6-275x375.png) [##### Fortescue Real Zero Mobility](#) Animation describing Fortescue's plan for how to reach RealZero by eliminating Fossil Fuels as much as possible. Fortescue Real Zero Mobility Animation describing Fortescue's plan for how to reach RealZero by eliminating Fossil Fuels as much as possible. ![Future Energy Export Facility Animation](https://sencom.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/SENCOM-Animations-7-275x375.png) [##### Future Energy Export Facility Animation](#) A collaboration between Sentient and the Future Energy Exports Cooperative Research Centre (FEnEx CRC) to create a flythrough of their cryogenic gas and green hydrogen testing facility called Kwinana Energy Transformation Hub. Future Energy Export Facility Animation A collaboration between Sentient and the Future Energy Exports Cooperative Research Centre (FEnEx CRC) to create a flythrough of their cryogenic gas and green hydrogen testing facility called Kwinana Energy Transformation Hub. [vc_gap][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element="yes" background_color="#00000000"][vc_column][vc_box bg_color="#EBEBEE" opacity=""][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1755047190647{padding-top: 40px !important;padding-right: 40px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;padding-left: 40px !important;}"]Our animations are built from your CAD, engineering specs, and GIS data — so they’re spatially accurate and project-specific.​ At Sentient, we ensure that our clients are part of the review process at every step of the way, from storyboard to the final render.​ Our process has helped customers in various sectors, including mining, oil & gas, resources, renewables and education, to *see potential clashes, gaps and improvements*. Are you worried about your data? At Sentient, we treat your data like we treat your site: with confidentiality, respect and security.​ **Are you seeking visuals you can trust? Get in touch with us. ​**[/vc_column_text][/vc_box][vc_gap height="30"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row background_color="#EBEBEE" css=".vc_custom_1785810231168{background-color: #EBEBEE !important;}"][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_gap height="40"][vc_single_image image="8383" css_animation_delay="0"][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2" p_bottom="10px" background_color="#00000000"][vc_gap height="40"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1785810305973{padding-top: 10px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;background-color: #FFFFFF !important;}"] ## Data Visualisation Visualise your operations and assets in real and historical time, combining powerful 3D visualisation tools with external data sources.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_placement="middle" disable_element="yes" background_color="#EBEBEE" css=".vc_custom_1785809946976{padding-top: 0px !important;}"][vc_column width="1/2" background_color="#00000000"][vc_box bg_color="#FFFFFF" opacity="" padding="0px"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1785810114905{padding-top: 10px !important;padding-right: 40px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;padding-left: 40px !important;}"] ### Features - Process control data visualisation - Task scheduling visualisation - Business process visualisation using real-time and historical data from a variety of inputs [/vc_column_text][/vc_box][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_box bg_color="#FFFFFF" opacity="" padding="0px"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1785810049070{padding-top: 10px !important;padding-right: 40px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;padding-left: 40px !important;}"] ### Value - Create complex, fully interactive 3D scenarios by utilising real-world information - Use replays of incidents for periods of poor performance to assist with root cause analysis and safety investigation - Customise views and information depending on the role and needs of the viewer; for example, display detailed maintenance information to the maintenance team but exclude geological information such as grade - Create video presentations and marketing displays [/vc_column_text][/vc_box][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row color_scheme="scheme1" sp_top="55" sp_bottom="30" enable_triangle="yes" triangle_color="#ffffff" background_color="#1a97a7" bg_style="stretch" css=".vc_custom_1785809192760{padding-top: 0px !important;}"][vc_column][vc_gap][vc_column_text css_animation="none" css=""] ## GET IN TOUCH WITH OUR 2D AND 3D ANIMATIONS TEAM [/vc_column_text][vc_raw_html css=""]JTVCZ3Jhdml0eWZvcm0lMjBpZCUzRCUyMjElMjIlMjB0aXRsZSUzRCUyMmZhbHNlJTIyJTVE[/vc_raw_html][vc_gap][/vc_column][/vc_row]