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[[IFC]] files defining 3D features can be imported so that the same 3D models can be visualized in the [[3D Visualization]] of a [[Project]]. This will not only look more realistic, but the shapes will also be integrated into the [[DSM]] allowing for more accurate calculations for themes like [[Water Overlay|water flow]] or [[Shade calculation model (Heat Overlay)|shade]]. | [[IFC]] files defining 3D features can be imported so that the same 3D models can be visualized in the [[3D Visualization]] of a [[Project]]. This will not only look more realistic, but the shapes will also be integrated into the [[DSM]] allowing for more accurate calculations for themes like [[Water Overlay|water flow]] or [[Shade calculation model (Heat Overlay)|shade]]. | ||
3D models imported through this process can be either applied to existing [[Building]]s (replacing their generated 3D shapes by the more detailed 3D models), or new [[Building]]s can be generated which are visualized by the 3D models. | 3D models imported through this process can be either applied to existing [[Building]]s (replacing their generated 3D shapes by the more detailed 3D models), or new [[Building]]s can be generated which are visualized by the 3D models. | ||
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|Open the [[Geo data wizard]] | |Open the [[Geo data wizard]] | ||
|As [[Geo Data Wizard#Import_type|Import type]], choose either [[Building]]s or [[Measure]]s | |As [[Geo Data Wizard#Import_type|Import type]], choose either [[Building]]s or [[Measure]]s | ||
|Choose as import method the [[IFC]] file option | |Choose as import method the [[IFC|buildingSMART IFC]] file option | ||
| | |If the features are positioned in the project area, choose one options: height defined in the model (datum height) or place the models on top of the [[elevation model|terrain]]. <br>Otherwise (re)position the model in the project area by clicking on the ''Reposition Model'' button. | ||
| | |Once positioned and configured, continue to step 4. | ||
|{{howtoblock|In step 4, choose one of the following options: | |{{howtoblock|In step 4, choose one of the following options: | ||
| The first option to create a new building with the uploaded model (in the next steps you can choose a [[Function]] for the new building). | | The first option to create a new building with the uploaded model (in the next steps you can choose a [[Function]] for the new building). | ||
Latest revision as of 10:12, 5 November 2025
IFC files defining 3D features can be imported so that the same 3D models can be visualized in the 3D Visualization of a Project. This will not only look more realistic, but the shapes will also be integrated into the DSM allowing for more accurate calculations for themes like water flow or shade.
3D models imported through this process can be either applied to existing Buildings (replacing their generated 3D shapes by the more detailed 3D models), or new Buildings can be generated which are visualized by the 3D models.
How to import an IFC file:
- Open the Geo data wizard
- As Import type, choose either Buildings or Measures
- Choose as import method the buildingSMART IFC file option
- If the features are positioned in the project area, choose one options: height defined in the model (datum height) or place the models on top of the terrain.
Otherwise (re)position the model in the project area by clicking on the Reposition Model button. - Once positioned and configured, continue to step 4.
- In step 4, choose one of the following options:
The first option to create a new building with the uploaded model (in the next steps you can choose a Function for the new building).
The second option to replace the model of an existing building with the new model and create a new building if none is present.
The third option to only replace the model of an existing building with the new model. The Function and attributes will be kept; only the geometry is updated. If you have chosen this last option, you can finish the wizard. - If you have chosen to create a new building, choose a name, function and stakeholders and then finish the wizard.
- Depending on the type you have chosen at the start of the Geo Data Wizard, the building is directly placed in the Tygron Platform project or a new Measure is created.
Notes
- By default, IFC features will be colored in Light Gray. IFC Surface- or FillArea- styles that use colors are supported.
- Textures are not yet supported.