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3D x,y,z data import

3D x,y,z data import

3D x,y,z data import

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Is it possible to import a 3D point "cloud" into solidworks?  I initially want to only be able to visualize the data, but I would eventually like to be able to fit surfaces to the points and then ultimately build solids using those surfaces.

Anybody have any ideas?

Steve

RE: 3D x,y,z data import

I have not tried it, but ShapeWorks, from http://www.baren-boym.com/ claims to have this functionality.  There is a free 15 day evaluation period.

RE: 3D x,y,z data import

Hi Stimpee,

I developed a macro that do this kind of thing. But this API tool isn´t generic, it works just with some kind of digitalized files. I developed it for a SW Client, once I work for a SW reseller.

Just to help you... could you send me the digitalized file??

I hope it can helps.

MHendler

RE: 3D x,y,z data import

(OP)
MHendler,

Send me your email address and I will send you a file.  I have a few different purposes for needing this capability.  One is for visualization only.  The more complex one is for taking a point cloud and fitting a surface to it.

Stoker, I checked out ShapeWorks and while it looks quite cool, they say the capability to import "cloud of points" data is "coming soon"!!!

Thanks,
Steve

RE: 3D x,y,z data import

From the SW website, there is an application available for download from the Model Library. Sign in as if you were downloading a SP, then pick the Model Library from the menu on the left. Check the API section and look in the Modeling Utilities under the VB Examples. Here is their description:

Point Cloud from File - This macro/script reads in a table of xyz points from a space, tab, or comma delimited txt file and plots the points into one 3D sketch. It could also be used to create a 3D spline.    

Note, access to this requires subscription support.

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