• Extract seed points.

    In this model the seed points created do not touch the ground, they are above or below the surface of the model, they are usually groups of three points only aligned at several places of the model away from each other. Next, there are the seed points…
  • Why can't I edit the position of a reality mesh(3sm) with coordinates?

  • TIN Comparison / Heat Maps in Descartes?

    Hi - I need to compare the design surface with the 3SM. Is it possible to do Surface Tin Comparison in Descartes? I need to create a heat map from the comparison.
  • I have a RCP cloud scan. How can I use it in Microstation

    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…
  • Save Text Styles to template so always available?

    Once you have created and saved a text style in one DGN how to you ensure it is saved back to the library or whatever to ensure that same style is available for future sessions? I am using ContextCapture Editor.
  • How to create a keyboard Shortcut for the Reality Model Presentation Tools?

    Hi is there a keyboard shortcut for moving forward and backwards in section view? Or how to create a shortcut? Otherwise you have to click to the icon everytime which is annoying!!
  • Is it possible to see all points in a pointcloud while using PAN SCROLL

    Hello, I like to use PAN SCROLL (shift+data) to reduce mouse clicks while looking for objects in a pointcloud. When I use this the pointcloud will only show like 10 of 20% of the points. Is there a setting that microstation will show more points…
  • Context Capture Import Retouches Failing?

    Importing Retouches fails - Exported to OBJ as instructed, Does not work. ...
  • 请问有contextcapture editor 和Decartes软件试用安装包吗

    请问有contextcapture editor 和Decartes软件试用安装包吗?能否提供一下?
  • Scaleable Mesh - Compare Models?

    Hi - Is there any tools within Microstation Connect & Descartes to do a comparison of two terrain models? I want to highlight the differences in heights somehow.
  • 3D Model DWG opens 2D in Descates

    Hi, When I open a 3D DWG-file directly or attache this 3D-DWG file as reference in a 3D model in a DGN-file, the DWG file has only XY coördinates. The Z-coördinate is missing. When I do the same in Microstation there is no problem. What could…
  • 3SM Tile to Terrain Not working?

    Trying to create tile terrain model from 3SM file but getting message "The scalable mesh is not a terrain"
  • Attaching a Point Cloud in Descartes (.las)

    Hello, I am trying to attach several .las point clouds in Descartes and I keep getting a message "Convert Failed". This happens if I try to attach one or multiple .las files. I would greatly appreciate any advice, tips, or tricks for making this seemingly…
  • Descartes scalable terrain model

    Using Aeccosim Connect and Descartes I have created a scalable terrain model and draped a large ecw image to it. I am really happy with the result much better than the dcdrape. However when I close the dgn file and open it in Microstation SS4 the…
  • Exporting POD files from Trimble RealWorks

    Hello, I use RealWorks from processing point clouds from Trimble scanners and have been trying to find some way to carry the cloud classification into the exported POD file for use with Descartes and Pointools. RealWorks doesn't allow any formatting…
  • Terrain Modelling Inputs

    Hi Everyone I could use some help with a terrain model I am putting together in Descartes for export to Microstation CE and ultimately LumenRT. I am not a civil drafter, and could use some advice in this regard. I have created an STM in Decartes and…
  • Point Cloud density when zooming

    Hello, I am working in Bentley map on a point cloud. I am having an issue with the density of the cloud when I zoom in to see specific features. I need to be able to select objects in the cloud and classify and clip them etc. but when I zoom in the…
  • Scale Point Cloud from Metric to US Survey

    I received some point cloud files from my surveyor that are in metric. I'm trying to bring those into drawings are set in US Survey feet. I'd like to be able to scale the point cloud by 1200/3937 to convert it to US Survey Feet, but the scale factor only…
  • Bentley Descartes snapping ACS

    I am facing this issue on my Bentley Descartes SS 5 and Bentley map Enterprise software. Can anyone help me to solve this.
  • I am facing a problem while trying to drape a line in Bentley Descartes.

    Hi I am doing a road corridor project and have pointclouds scanned from a mobile scanner. I am using Bentley Descartes for capturing the roads and other line features. After capturing the lines i drape it to the surface. But it is capturing points on…
  • Creating Section Cuts for Sheets

    So I have a new question... I have a point cloud of a tunnel and I would like to create section cuts through the point cloud at 6 inch increments to verify the tunnel is in "good shape" and there are no anomalies throughout. Also I believe this information…
  • COPY PASTE FROM ONE RASTER TO ANOTHER RASTER FILE

    One of my users ask me if there is a way to copy part of a raster image from one raster file, into another raster file using copy/paste. I have not found anything on the forums to indicate one way or the other, anyone have any ideas? He wants…
  • Why won't Descartes for MS 08.11.09.601 install on AECOsim Building Designer 08.11.09.747?

    I already have AECOsim Building Designer 08.11.09.747 installed on my machine but it is not showing up in the list in the Bentley Descartes Platform Configuration tool. Looking for the latest versions of both software that are compatible with one another…
  • What PointCloud Tools Supports Difference Testing against a Reference model

    Is there a piece of Bentley tool that supports difference testing from point cloud against a reference model which outputs color shaded views and plots: Something similar to InRoads ISOPACH Surface! see: This is a link to an german institute person…
  • Drape question

    Hello all, I am very new to Descartes, the version I have is SS5, I have point cloud data of a railway cutting with a tunnel and I'm attempting to drape an element on to the surface. The thing is I have been given all of the point cloud data on one…