.GEO File Extension

GEO files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.

Type 1: VRML Geography File

GEO files contain 3D worlds in VRML format. The format represents interactive 3D vector graphics. It is used on the web to visualize objects. The files store scenes with paths, buildings, and objects....

General Information

Title GEO File Extension
Extension .geo
Full Form VRML Geography File
File Type 3D Model File
Developer N/A
MIME Type model/vrml

File Function

Primary Function 3D geography data
Additional Functions VRML scene description
Features 3D coordinate, Textured

File Characteristics

Quality 3D precision
Supports Layers No
Supports Transparency Yes
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Virtual Reality Yes
Geographical Visualization Yes
Educational Purposes Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Scripting vulnerabilities
Best Practices Validate, Update software

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 1990s
Latest Version Dependent on software

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .wrl, .vrml, .x3d

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Cortona3D Viewer Free Windows
FreeWRL Free Windows, Mac, Linux
BS Contact Commercial Windows

Type 2: TruTops Geometry File

TruTops software communicates to TRUMPF machines how to form sheet metal into designs using GEO files. The machines bend, punch, and laser sheet metal. They are used in recycling, air conditioning, an...

General Information

Title GEO File Extension
Extension .geo
Full Form TruTops Geometry File
File Type CAD File
Developer TRUMPF
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store geometry data
Additional Functions Store technology data
Features 2D/3D design, Machine instructions

File Characteristics

Quality Precision dependent
Supports Layers Yes
Supports Transparency No
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Metal Fabrication Yes
Laser Cutting Yes
Punching Machines Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Proprietary data leaks
Best Practices Access control, Backup

Historical/Version Information

Associated with TruTops Software
File Format Evolution Updates with software

Associated Types

Related Extensions .dxf, .dwg, .svg

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
TruTops Suite Licensed Windows