Wonder Air

Overview

Wonder Air is a visually stunning and interactive 3D flight experience that allows users to explore a virtual world through smooth animations, custom shaders, and engaging interactions. The project is optimized for both desktop and mobile, providing a seamless and immersive experience.

Problem Statement

The goal of Wonder Air was to create a lightweight yet visually captivating flight simulation that balances interactivity and realism while maintaining performance efficiency.

Solution

Developed a fully interactive 3D flight experience using React Three Fiber and Three.js. Implemented smooth animations and transitions using GSAP. Created realistic flight physics and camera movements for an immersive feel. Designed custom shaders to enhance visual effects like reflections, sky gradients, and lighting. Optimized performance for both desktop and mobile, ensuring a smooth user experience.

Challenges & Learnings

Optimizing complex 3D scenes for smooth performance across different devices. Implementing realistic flight physics while keeping interactions intuitive. Managing state efficiently for interactive elements without affecting performance.

Deepened expertise in React Three Fiber and Three.js for creating immersive 3D experiences. Gained experience in writing custom shaders to enhance visual fidelity. Improved understanding of GSAP animations for seamless UI/UX transitions. Learned performance optimization techniques for rendering-heavy applications.