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  1. 6th Sep 2012 04:08 pm #1
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    Default Creating 3D model from x,y,z survey data

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    Hi all, I am new to this site and I am an land surveyor using AutoCAD 2012. Just new to 2012 version, previously used 2005 version.

    My question is:

    Is it possible to (and how do I) create a 3D model of a ground surface from field survey data which has been collected. The data i have is currently in Leica GSI format, and has x, y and z coordinates. I can easily transfer this into a .csv file i necessary.

    Anyone any ideas?

    Much appreciated guys!
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    Maybe it could be done with a program called CADTools. Check it out.

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    Do a web search there are some other freebie survey tools out there that will do surfaces and road stuff. EZYSURF ?
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