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PolyWorks Discussion => Modeler => Topic started by: Admin on March 13, 2013, 11:54:44 AM

Title: Point Cloud from CAD File
Post by: Admin on March 13, 2013, 11:54:44 AM
I'm trying to generate a point cloud from a CAD file.  I would like to specify a max point spacing when generating the point cloud.  I can't figure it out. 

Please help  :)

Title: Re: Point Cloud from CAD File
Post by: jrayself on March 13, 2013, 02:57:49 PM
Just an idea, I haven't tested it, but in theory it should work.

First export the cad model as a polygonal model and re-import it. Then export it as a point cloud, then re-import that point cloud. That should give you a cloud of the edges and holes.

For the surfaces, create comparison points on the cad model by using the "sample using grid" method. Create a report table from all the created comparison points then export it to excel. Copy the date from excel into note pad then import that data as a point cloud.