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I have a RCP cloud scan. How can I use it in Microstation

Brian MacCartney
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This was done using a scanner that I believe is for producing Autodesk compatible format files.

I want to import it into Microstation but I am told that to do this I must convert it to a compatible format. I am also told if this is done all the color data is lost.
All I will get is a big white blob. So I have some questions on how to do this if it is possible.

First is this true or is there a way to maintain the color data when exporting to a compatible format?
Second, using the format suggested can I attach it to a DGN file to align my model to the information presented in the cloud?
Third, it there a way to convert the point cloud into a 3d model?
Fourth, would doing any of these operations work better if used in Descartes?
Fifth, I am also told that what I want to do brings the program to a near stand still.

Any other information or tutorials that would be helpful would be appreciated. If you can point me in the right direction I might be able to get where I would like to go.

I am new to this so I apologize if some of my questions seem mundane.  I think that Microstation should be able to do this but I am told it can't.

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    Forgive my ignorance, what is FME? 

    I have resolved most of my issues regarding the point cloud, getting it into a state that allows me to import it into a dgn file. My issue now is how to do clash detection or clearances so I can determine if the design is sound.  In the past we used to be able to do this in Microstation V8i but now that seems to be gone in Connect Edition.  If anyone has any suggestions I would be very happy to  hear them.

    Brian MacCartney

    Senior Designer, Electrical

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