I would like to export a POD point cloud, attached to a DGN file, together with other 3D elements drawn in the file. Is it possible?
Hello!
I work with point clouds in MicroStation V8i SS4 and I am trying to create an environment to simulate in VR.
I have a point cloud in POD attached in a file where I have drawn the 3D implantation that I want to simulate. The thing is that I…
Point Cloud conversion/export from *.POD to *.LAS Microstation V8i SS3
Can someone tell me if it is possible to convert Microstation *.POD Point Cloud Data to *.LAS file format?
I have seen another user do this using Microstation Connect however the option does not seem available to me using V8i. The only export i seem…
[CEU9] Point Cloud (*.las) attaching in meters not Survey Feet
Hello,
Trying to attach a point cloud (*.las) use the following settings
..and the file comes in at what looks like are meters. If I use similar settings in SS4..
file comes in in the correct location. Units are survey feet. Still learning all…
Point Cloud - Is there a way to do a cross section or using the section tools?
Hi, first let me just say that I'm not sure if this is the right forum to post this question, if it is not, sorry and could you point me to the right direction.
So the problem:
I was asked yesterday to produce a section from a point cloud. At first…
Mobile LiDAR Point Cloud with no RGB data with aerial photos in Contextcapture
Hello, thanks to Bentley communities for great user support.
I'm working on a railroad project with mobile LiDAR point cloud with no RGB value. I also have structured aerial image data set tied with GCP. Both aerial images and mobile LiDAR are tied…
Working with Large mobile LiDAR dataset and aerial images to create 3D mesh
Hi, I have a large Mobile LiDAR dataset that I would like to merge with Aerial photos to create a light weight 3D mesh. The LiDAR dataset is along the narrow corridor containing overhead wires and roads etc..
I also acquired structured aerial dataset…
RE: [connect update 5] SDK Update 5 info
Unknown said: Windows 7, VS 2013, NO CLR support
What do you mean by 'NO CLR support'?
Unknown said: I get all kinds of errors when including PointCloudApi.h
That header file is a convenience that #include s most of what you need for Point Cloud…
Visability point clouds
Dear all,
A nice thing in Descartes is to visualize a pointcloud with several presentation styles. For example the Elevation Style. But I miss the possibility to cut the height in classes. For example: i only want to show alle points on a height from…
Re: drawing on a surface using pointcloud data behind
I have a pointcloud survey from which I have to produce models and elevations etc. I have created a surface at a location in front of the elevation (in this case) but have great problems with ensuring the new graphics are drawn on the flat surface.
…
Cant set input file for keyin string?
Hello,
I would like to convert a xyz pointcloud file to pod with at keyin (later using msbatch tool for the batch process of multiple xyz files).
This works, but i have to select input file manualy: pointcloud convert outputfile:"test.pod" I thought…
I've problem with POD-file attaching.
I use MS V8i and SDK mssdk081109357en. I make build by instruction .
I have some problem with example from SDK, which name is "PointClouds". I changed the code for debuging in next way:
...
case DITEM_MESSAGE_QUEUECOMMAND:
{
Bentley::Ustn::Element…
Clipping point clouds with element
Hi.
I have scanned a secant pile wall and now I am trying to clip the point cloud with an element. The element is constructed by lines defining different distances from the front of the pile wall. I have made a shape (both complex and simpel). A shape…
Turn CAD to pointCloud is possible only if you code your own solution
Hi all,
How can I save our CAD-design as a pointcloud? Descartes? AutoCAD?
+ if able to store RGB color of material applied
I have a need for speed is why. I can save a 2500px "render" of a huge pointcloud in 1.21 seconds. Luxology render of pointcloud…
PowerCivil Point cloud import failed
When I try "Create Terrain From Point Cloud" the process fails. See attached image. The oroginal file is .pts and I imported it in Descartes and got a .pod file that I am now working with. What could be my problem?
RE: Point Clouds for a newbie
You can use Descartes "Smart Snap" to select the highest point along the top of rail to trace the rails or the 3D line follow tool if you have intensities to your point cloud. This will give you a rough horizontal alignment.
fyi- InRoads ss3 has a …
RE: Point Clouds for a newbie
Hi,
The following channel has lots of videos that will aid you with your workflow.
http://www.youtube.com/user/GeoSpatialAE
Some specific videos to assist you with creating a dtm:
Terrain from Point Cloud : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVLDWyc7n_Q&list…
What is the best way to model concrete walls with point clouds?
I must model concrete walls using scan data. The tolerances on a project are very tight and the dimensions need to be within a 16th of an inch accuracy if at all possible. What is the best way to model walls using point cloud data?
Thank You!
Create Section with Drape Element on Point Cloud (Descartes V8i SS4)
Hi everyone,
I've tried to drape a line element on a point cloud of a scanned cavity (see picture below) to generate a section through the cloud. Is there a way to avoid these spikes (red circle in the picture) by chosing something like a maximum distance…
Creating PointCloud with API PointCloudPodWriter
Im developing an MDL application (pureMDL and compile by bmake). I try to create a PointCloud.
Here is my code.
Dpoint3d p1; p1.x=0; p1.x=1000; p1.x=2000; UChar ch=0; // I do not know what value should be here StatusInt stat; Bentley::WString podName…
[V8i C++] PointCloud IPointCloudChannelDisplayHandler
Q: [v8i C++] PointCloud IPointCloudChannelDisplayHandler by Maury
Any there any examples of using this for making your own display style?
A: Re: [v8i C++] PointCloud IPointCloudChannelDisplayHandler by Simon Normand
Hi,
First, you cannot create…
[V8i C++] PointCloud IPointCloudChannelDisplayHandler
Q: [v8i C++] PointCloud IPointCloudChannelDisplayHandler by Maury
Any there any examples of using this for making your own display style?
A: Re: [v8i C++] PointCloud IPointCloudChannelDisplayHandler by Simon Normand
Hi,
First, you cannot create…
Descartes 'Stamp Vector' with point cloud
Hi,
I would like to use the stamp vector tool to burn pointcloud images (pod data) onto a raster.
It seems to crash every time I attempt it. Can someone confirm if this is possible or not?
Thanks,
Mike H
Re: Pointools V8i - Random errors when editing clouds
I am getting The following error on export:
No Points in import stream (Error -103)
I have also tried exporting as Selected Points, and using the clip box, to no avail.
Please advise.
Point Cloud Line Draping on Descartes SS3
Hi ,
i am trying to drape linear elements onto ground classified point cloud. for some reason it is not working.
an error pops up saying "element not valid for tool"
Any help greatly appreciated
John
Pointools V8i - Random errors when editing clouds
We are evaluating Bentley Pointools V8i, Version 02.00.02.02, build 2.0130201
Workstation is an HP Pavillion HPE running an i7-2600 CPU @3.40 GHz/3.40 GHz, with 16GB RAM and an AMD Radeon HD 7700 Series Graphic Card.
Dataset is a 3.2 GB pointcloud…