File size limit to insert E57 Point Cloud into Tekla
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Question: Is there a known limit on file size to insert Point Cloud files into Tekla? We have a 40 GB E57 that has crashed after a while of processing.
Answer: There is no known size limitation.
It is crucial to keep in mind that during the process of transferring and decoding point cloud data between different software packages, information tends to be lost, reduced inaccuracy, or corrupted due to programming errors or miscommunication between the writer and reader of the data. One way to ensure that the file has not become corrupt is by using a point cloud viewer such as CloudCompare (open source/ free) to find out if the point cloud works as expected. If it does (in the viewer) and cannot import into Tekla, please contact your local support.
Lastly, depending on the point cloud file's size, it could take a while to import.
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Answer: There is no known size limitation.
It is crucial to keep in mind that during the process of transferring and decoding point cloud data between different software packages, information tends to be lost, reduced inaccuracy, or corrupted due to programming errors or miscommunication between the writer and reader of the data. One way to ensure that the file has not become corrupt is by using a point cloud viewer such as CloudCompare (open source/ free) to find out if the point cloud works as expected. If it does (in the viewer) and cannot import into Tekla, please contact your local support.
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Lastly, depending on the point cloud file's size, it could take a while to import.
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