CHAI 3D is an open source, freely available set of C++ libraries for computer haptics, visualization and interactive real-time simulation. This is not the project's official development repository, but is a personal area to stage proposed patches and to maintain the version of CHAI3D used in DIMPLE.
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💡 Overview
chai3d is an open-source project written in C++: CHAI 3D is an open source, freely available set of C++ libraries for computer haptics, visualization and interactive real-time simulation. This is not the project's official development repository, but is a personal area to stage proposed patches and to maintain the version of CHAI3D used in DIMPLE.
Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in C++. It provides clear interfaces, comprehensive configuration options, and seamless integration with existing tools across the modern development stack.
⚡ Key Features
Optimized execution pipeline written in C++ for predictable speed.
Zero-friction configuration with comprehensive sensible defaults out of the box.
Cross-platform runtime support across Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.
Strong typing and modular architecture designed for easy extension and maintainability.
Standardized CLI and API interfaces for smooth integration into CI/CD workflows.
Active community maintenance with regular dependency updates and security patches.
📥 Installation
$ git clone https://github.com/radarsat1/chai3d.git
cd chai3d⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
C++20 compliant compiler (GCC 11+, Clang 13+, MSVC)
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
chai3d coordinates its core functionality through a modular C++ pipeline. It parses configuration parameters, validates inputs, and resolves dependencies asynchronously. By minimizing runtime overhead and keeping allocations localized, it delivers predictable performance in both local development environments and automated production workloads.
🎯 Production Use Cases
Production System Integration
Embed chai3d into C++ backend services to handle core application logic.
CI/CD Automated Pipelines
Run automated validation, builds, and integration suites during deployments.
Developer Tooling & Workflows
Accelerate developer onboarding with pre-configured project utilities.
Open Source Extension
Fork and customize internal modules under the repository's open source license.
🚀 Getting Started
Install chai3d using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/radarsat1/chai3d.git`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for chai3d.
Import chai3d into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `chai3d --help` to verify successful setup.
👍 Strengths
⚠️ Considerations
⇄ Alternatives & Direct Competitors
👥 Who Should Use This
Developers and engineering teams building with C++, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.
🏆 Nearby in the Rankings
radarsat1/chai3d is currently ranked #23,461 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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| #23,461 | radarsat1/chai3d This Project | C++ | ★ 5 | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does chai3d do? +
CHAI 3D is an open source, freely available set of C++ libraries for computer haptics, visualization and interactive real-time simulation. This is not the project's official development repository, but is a personal area to stage proposed patches and to maintain the version of CHAI3D used in DIMPLE.
What language is chai3d written in? +
The primary language is C++. Topics include: software.
Is chai3d actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Feb 15, 2014 with 0 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does chai3d have? +
chai3d has 5 stars and 7 forks on GitHub.
How does chai3d rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 5 stars, radarsat1/chai3d is ranked #23,461 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #1,565 among C++ projects.
What license is chai3d distributed under? +
No SPDX license identified yet. Code without a license is subject to copyright by default.
