Good morning.
Attached is the following error code that populated when trying to vector a raster image. Any suggestions?
Thanks,
Jason
See image below.
Are you willing to share the project to see whats going on?
Unfortunalty with this project I cannot. I was able to go online and find a .obj of this crane. Is there a to import such a file into TBC. A direct drag and drop or using the import command states unknown type.
Thanks for the response.
-Jason
what version of TBC are you using?
Sorry it took so long to reply.
Currently Using the latest v of TBC. I found anther way around the problem though would still like to have the .obj file to work please see attached images.
(Original Image)
3d. Below is the 3d model using both utility pipe and surface creation and modification.
Any suggestions please let me know.
Thanks again.
-Jason
Not sure if Sketchup or Trumble Connect support OBJ file import - if yes then tbey can likely export as an IFC, SKP or TRB file output that could be imported into TBC.
Alan
SketchUp doesn’t natively support importing .obj files. However, you can use certain methods to bring an OBJ file into SketchUp:
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Using an Import Plugin: You can install a third-party plugin, such as the “OBJ Importer” or similar, from the SketchUp Extension Warehouse. This allows you to import .obj files into SketchUp.
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Converting the OBJ file: You can convert the .obj file into a file format that SketchUp supports, like .dae (Collada) or .3ds. Software like Blender or online converters can help with this process. Once converted, you can import the new file into SketchUp.
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Using SketchUp Pro: In SketchUp Pro, some additional file import options might be available, depending on your version and setup. But by default, .obj files are not directly supported without extensions.
So, while SketchUp doesn’t directly read .obj files, with the right tools or conversions, you can work with them.
Yes, it is possible to convert an OBJ file into an IFC (Industry Foundation Classes) file, but the process is not straightforward. The IFC format is designed specifically for Building Information Modeling (BIM) and contains more detailed construction data compared to an OBJ file, which is typically used for 3D geometry and models without BIM-specific metadata.
Here are some methods you can use to convert an OBJ file into an IFC file:
- Using a 3D Conversion Software (e.g., Blender + IFC Exporter)
Blender is a popular 3D modeling software that can import OBJ files.
Once the OBJ file is imported into Blender, you can use an IFC exporter plugin to export the model into the IFC format. This method requires setting up the IFC plugin in Blender, such as the BlenderBIM add-on, which supports exporting to IFC.
Steps:
Import your OBJ file into Blender.
Use the BlenderBIM plugin (or similar) to export the model as an IFC file.
- Using Revit or Other BIM Software
If you have access to Autodesk Revit or another BIM tool, you can try importing the OBJ file (if supported) and then export it to IFC.
In Revit, you can import the OBJ file (via an intermediary format like FBX if necessary), and then export the model to the IFC format.
- Online File Conversion Tools
Some online file conversion tools might offer basic conversion capabilities between 3D file formats, including OBJ to IFC. However, the quality and accuracy of the conversion can vary, especially when transferring between a format like OBJ (geometry-based) and IFC (BIM-based).
- Using Specialized Software
Some software tools are designed specifically for the conversion of 3D geometry files into BIM formats, but they may require a deeper understanding of how the data maps between the two formats.
Limitations:
Geometry Only: OBJ files only contain 3D geometry, whereas IFC files also include a lot of metadata related to construction and building elements (such as walls, windows, materials, and more). You would need to manually assign or map this data in the BIM software to create a fully-fledged IFC file.
Data Loss: Converting from OBJ (a non-BIM format) to IFC (a BIM format) may result in a loss of detailed building information or metadata.
In summary, converting from OBJ to IFC is possible, but may require specialized tools like BlenderBIM, Revit, or other BIM software, along with some manual effort to ensure all relevant data is preserved and properly mapped.
Yes, Trimble Connect can read OBJ files, but with some limitations. Trimble Connect is primarily designed for BIM and 3D collaboration, and it supports various file formats, including OBJ files for 3D models. You can upload and view OBJ files in Trimble Connect, but the viewing functionality may be limited to geometry without the extra metadata typically found in BIM formats like IFC or Revit files.
Here’s how to work with OBJ files in Trimble Connect:
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Upload the OBJ file: You can upload the OBJ file directly to Trimble Connect via the web platform or through the Trimble Connect desktop application.
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View the OBJ file: After uploading, you can view the 3D model within Trimble Connect. However, keep in mind that Trimble Connect does not provide advanced BIM-related features for OBJ files (such as object classification or metadata editing).
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Limitations: Trimble Connect’s support for OBJ files is mostly for visualization and collaboration, not for BIM-specific functionality. If you need more detailed BIM capabilities, you might consider using IFC or other supported formats.
To summarize, Trimble Connect can read OBJ files, but it is mainly for viewing and basic collaboration rather than full-fledged BIM editing or metadata management.
Once you have opened the OBJ in Connect you should be able to select ot and export it to a TrimBim format (TRB) and bring that into TBC.
Let us know how you get on - Connect for limited use is free - if you want to send me the OBJ file I can try it for you
What make and model of crane are you working with - there are many crane models on Sketchup 3D warehouse in SKP format that you may be able to.leverage also
Alan
What am I missing here - if you have a Raster image there are no vectors to extract and this tool will not work - it should not let you select a Raster in the first place - that would be a defect.
What version of TBC were you running and can you share the file that you were working with so I can reproduce the issue for our Dev Team to follow up
Alan
Sorry for the delay, I am using the latest 2024 version. What I did when doing more research is that the .obj file is for a 3d printer I believe. I will look at the other suggestions you have list. I am familiar with Blender. Thank you. I will try to send the file to you this week. Again thank you all for the help.
-Jason
It is just a way to represent 3D rendered objects - we use OBJ files as animated trucks and machines in our Tracker Software for example.
Alab