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How to transfer Dot3D scan data off of iOS devices
Option 1: USB stick + USB C to A adapter + Files app (pre-installed iOS file management app) Copy your .DP files onto a USB drive via the Files app and a USB stick/adapter. Option 2: Share to your chosen cloud platform (i.e. Google Drive, Dropbox, ...How to create a mesh from a Dot3D scan in CloudCompare
Dot3D: 1. Export: Save as PLY. - Important: In the options, select "Include Vertex Normals". - Optionally, reduce the number of points to keep the file size manageable. CloudCompare: 2. Open the PLY file in CloudCompare. 3. In CloudCompare, locate ...How to create orthophotos / orthomosaics in Dot3D
Dot3D has the ability to embed size information via TIFF tags. Setting the correct view and coordinate system To create an orthophoto from your data, first make sure that you have an active coordinate system where Z is pointing upwards along gravity. ...Getting Started with Trimble® DA2 GNSS receiver and Dot3D™ Prime
Equipment Needed: Trimble® DA2 GNSS receiver with battery and cable Handle with mount for iPhone Pro with SP-Connect connection Compatible Apple iPhone Pro or iPad Pro. Software Needed: Dot3D™ Prime - (will require a license which can be purchased ...How to Geo-reference Dot3D data to 3 control points (xyz or lat/long) without targets
To do this, please follow these steps after optimization: 1. Navigate to Edit>Coordinates 2. Select "Set" User Defined 3. Toggle from "Set an origin" to "Set 3 points" 4. Tap/click and hold on the screen to move your crosshair onto the right location ...
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Which Intel® RealSense™ depth camera is recommended for use with Dot3D Scan/Pro?
Of the current lineup of Intel® RealSense™ depth cameras (L515, D455, D415, D435, D435i), we primarily recommend the L515 and D455 for the best results when paired with Dot3D for 3D scanning purposes. While there are many factors at play here, the ...Pros / Cons and scanning Best Practices for Intel RealSense D415 and D435
The Intel RealSense D455, D415, and D435 (as well as D435i) sensors are a great choice for scanning outdoors and/or in sunlight. However, as with all sensors, they have both advantages and limitations. Following best practices is highly recommended ...Minimum Specifications Required to Run Dot3D Prime (with supported Intel RealSense or DPI/PrimeSense 3D cameras)
Minimum System Specs (All Platforms): - At least one USB 3.0 (or higher) compatible USB port - 1 GB of available hard drive / storage space - Internet connection (to activate your Dot3D license) Minimum System / OS Specs (Windows): - Intel Pentium ...Dot3D Feature History
Dot3D 6.0.0: (iOS & Windows) - Compatibility with Trimble DA2 GNSS Receiver for intelligent drift correction and geo-referencing - Internal GPS/GNSS access for recording trajectories while scanning and geo-referencing data - Geo-referencing to global ...Minimum Specifications for 3D Scanning with Dot3D on iOS (iPhones & iPads)
A LiDAR-capable iOS device is required for 3D scanning with Dot3D on iOS. This currently includes the following Pro models: iPad Pro 2020 (11" or 12.9") iPad Pro 2021 (11" or 12.9") iPad Pro 2022 (11" or 12.9") iPad Pro 2023 (11" or 12.9") iPad Pro ...