Workflows
How to create a textured mesh from a Dot3D scan in RealityCapture (CapturingReality)
Thank you to power user Bau-3D (https://bau-3d.ch/) for creating this tutorial video:
How to Import and Mesh Dot3D Point Cloud Data in RealityCapture (Capturing Reality)
RealityCapture is photogrammetry software for creating 3D models from photographs and/or laser scans. Here is a guide on one method to import and mesh Dot3D scan data in RealityCapture. Users of this workflow may also want to apply HD photographs ...
How to Import Dot3D Scans into Gexcel Reconstructor
Gexcel Reconstructor can be used to process and work with point cloud files. you can import your Dot3D scans into it for further processing and editing. Step 1: On the launch menu, select "New project" Step 2: Name your project, select a location to ...
How to Import and Mesh Dot3D Point Cloud Data in RealityCapture (Capturing Reality)
RealityCapture is photogrammetry software for creating 3D models from photographs and/or laser scans. Here is a guide on one method to import and mesh Dot3D scan data in RealityCapture. Users of this workflow may also want to apply HD photographs ...
How to import Dot3D scan data to My3D.Cloud
My3D.Cloud can be used to store and share 3D scan data. Dot3D data can be uploaded to it for easy collaboration and sharing. Step 1: Hit "Create New" Step 2: Fill out the needed information about your scan project, and then press "Save" Step 3: ...
How to import Dot3D scan data into FARO SCENE
FARO SCENE is software used for viewing, managing, and exporting 3D data. You may import Dot3D scans into it for further viewing after they are made. Step 1: In the top left hand corner, hit "Create Project" Step 2: Edit your projects location if you ...
How to upload Dot3D Scan Data to PointSharePlus
Point Share Plus is an online point cloud viewer/storer, and can be used to quickly share and analyze laser scan data. Step 1: In the "Projects" section of the Point Share Plus menu, select "ADD" Step 2: Fill in any needed information about your new ...
How to Import Dot3D Scan Data into Unreal Engine
Unreal Engine is a popular game creation tool that also caters to other 3D projects, such as film, architecture, and general design. The importation of point clouds can be useful for getting scan data into said projects. Step 1: To get scan data into ...
How to Import Dot3D dp Scan Data into PointCab
The PointCab software can be used for processing and meshing laser scan data. Imported scans can be meshed or worked with to the users needs. Step 1: Open PointCab and select "New" at the top left of the screen. Then select "Open scan data" from the ...
How to Upload and View Dot3D Scans in Veesus Arena4D
Step 1: Start by converting your scan to the VPC format using the VPC Creator software. Run it and select "Open Files" Step 2: Select the file you wish to use, then press "Open" Step 3: Press "Generate" Step 4: Select the directory you wish to store ...
How to Import Dot3D Scan Data into NUBIGON
NUBIGON is a point cloud visualization and animation software that helps the reality capture industry to showcase their services with ease and appeal. This workflow will help you to delivery eye-catching point cloud visualizations and animations from ...
How to Merge Dot3D Frames Into a Single Unified Point Cloud in CloudCompare
Many applications will treat a single Dot3D point cloud as many separate scans due to the multitude of individual frames that are captured over the course of a single handheld scan. This can be very cumbersome and in most cases you'll want to instead ...
How to Upload Dot3D Scan Data to Cintoo Cloud
Cintoo Cloud is a powerful solution for sharing, processing, and 3D meshing, and more, all from a web platform. This solution is designed for digital twin, BIM, and multi-sensor projects, acting as a single hub for meshing and sharing 3D data over ...
How to Import Dot3D Scans into Autodesk ReCap
Step 1: Import Point Cloud in .DP format (also supported: E57, RCS, LAS, LAZ, PTS, PTX, PTG) Step 2: During import, go to Advanced Settings. Make sure the Import Units are set to Meters. It is also recommended to bring the decimation down to 0. Step ...
How to Import Dot3D Scan Data into Navisworks
OPTION 1: Export to the .RCS format directly from Dot3D on Windows and insert/attach the RCS file straight into your Navisworks project. NOTE: RCS files can only be exported directly from Dot3D on Windows. If scanning from Android or iOS, please ...
How to Import Dot3D Scan Data into Autodesk Inventor
OPTION 1: Export to the .RCS format directly from Dot3D on Windows and insert/attach the RCS file straight into your Inventor project. NOTE: RCS files can only be exported directly from Dot3D on Windows. If scanning from Android or iOS, please first ...
How to Import Dot3D Scan Data into Autodesk Revit
OPTION 1: Export to the .RCS format directly from Dot3D on Windows and insert/attach the RCS file straight into your Revit project. NOTE: RCS files can only be exported directly from Dot3D on Windows. If scanning from Android or iOS, please first ...
How to Import Dot3D Scan Data into AutoCAD
OPTION 1: Export to the .RCS format directly from Dot3D on Windows and insert/attach the RCS file straight into your AutoCAD project. NOTE: RCS files can only be exported directly from Dot3D on Windows. If scanning from Android or iOS, please first ...
How to Import DotProduct Scans to Mozilla Hubs
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POD Import into Microstation from Dot3D
Dot3D will directly export Bentley POD files. When importing POD data from Dot3D (mm export) into MicroStation, you will likely need to apply a 0.001 scale conversion (mm to m).
3D Meshing / Feature Extraction Recommendations
Here are a few (of many) excellent options for converting your DP scans into 3D meshes and/or semi-automatically extracting CAD features from the point clouds: 3D Meshing Recommendations: Pointfuse - Video Leica Cyclone 3DR ...