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In Google Earth, you must give a name to the path when tracing various points.
In Google Earth, you must give a name to the path when tracing various points.
True
You can import the kmz file directly to Civil 3D.
You can import the kmz file directly to Civil 3D.
False
The 'Veza Bali brand shorts' option is required when converting the kmz file to GPX.
The 'Veza Bali brand shorts' option is required when converting the kmz file to GPX.
False
You must delete the header row and save the file as a CSV file.
You must delete the header row and save the file as a CSV file.
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In Civil 3D, you can create a surface without importing points.
In Civil 3D, you can create a surface without importing points.
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The 'Surfaces' option is where you create curves of level.
The 'Surfaces' option is where you create curves of level.
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You can edit the style of curves of level, including changing the color and distance between curves.
You can edit the style of curves of level, including changing the color and distance between curves.
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GPS Visualizer is used to convert kmz files to CSV files.
GPS Visualizer is used to convert kmz files to CSV files.
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En Google Earth, se selecciona un área y se agregan puntos con click sostenido para obtener información más precisa.
En Google Earth, se selecciona un área y se agregan puntos con click sostenido para obtener información más precisa.
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Se puede importar el archivo kmz directamente en Civil 3D.
Se puede importar el archivo kmz directamente en Civil 3D.
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Se configura la salida de coordenadas UTM y se convierte el archivo en formato CSV.
Se configura la salida de coordenadas UTM y se convierte el archivo en formato CSV.
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En la herramienta de creación de superficies de Civil 3D, se puede agregar el grupo de puntos a la superficie y se configura la definición.
En la herramienta de creación de superficies de Civil 3D, se puede agregar el grupo de puntos a la superficie y se configura la definición.
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Se puede cambiar el estilo de superficie y el color en la herramienta de creación de superficies.
Se puede cambiar el estilo de superficie y el color en la herramienta de creación de superficies.
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Se puede desactivar la visualización de puntos en la superficie.
Se puede desactivar la visualización de puntos en la superficie.
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Se necesita eliminar la información innecesaria, como la latitud, longitud y zona, en el archivo de texto plano.
Se necesita eliminar la información innecesaria, como la latitud, longitud y zona, en el archivo de texto plano.
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Se puede agregar etiquetas de superficie para mostrar los valores de elevación en Civil 3D.
Se puede agregar etiquetas de superficie para mostrar los valores de elevación en Civil 3D.
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Study Notes
Creating Curves of Level in Civil 3D
- To create curves of level in Civil 3D, first, we need to obtain data from Google Earth.
- In Google Earth, we must locate the area where we want to obtain the curves of level and then add a path.
- We must give a name to the path, for example, "terrain", and then start tracing various points with a click-and-hold.
- The more points we have, the better information we will have when creating the curves of level.
Importing Data to GPS Visualizer
- Once we have traced the points, we need to save the place as a kmz file.
- Then, we go to the GPS Visualizer website and select the "Convert to GPX" option.
- We select the output format as "Text Plain" and then upload the kmz file.
- We must select the "Elevation data" option and then choose the "Veza Bali brand shorts" option.
- We then select the "Show advanced options" and choose the "UTM coordinates" option.
- Finally, we click "Convert" and wait for the file to be converted.
Importing Data to Excel
- Once the file is converted, we download it and open it in Excel.
- We select all the information and copy it, then paste it into Excel.
- We must eliminate some columns that we don't need, such as the type, latitude, and longitude.
- We then delete the header row and save the file as a text file, selecting the "Delimited by tab" option.
Importing Data to Civil 3D
- We open Civil 3D and click on the "Points" option, then select "Import points".
- We select the text file we created and import the points.
- We then create a surface and select the points we imported.
- We can visualize the points and create a surface with them.
Creating Curves of Level
- To create curves of level, we must go to the "Surfaces" option and select "Create surface".
- We give a name to the surface and then select the points we imported.
- We can then visualize the curves of level and edit their style, such as changing the color and distance between curves.
- We can also add labels to the curves of level to show the elevation of each curve.
Editing Curves of Level
- To edit the curves of level, we can go to the "Surfaces" option and select "Edit surface".
- We can change the style of the curves, such as changing the color and distance between curves.
- We can also add labels to the curves of level to show the elevation of each curve.
- To make the curves of level smoother, we can go to the "Surfaces" option and select "Smooth curves".
- We can also hide the points we imported to make the visualization cleaner.
Final Result
- Once we have edited the curves of level, we can visualize them in Civil 3D.
- We can select each curve individually and see its elevation.
- We can also use the curves of level for further design and analysis.
Creating Curves of Level in Civil 3D
- To create curves of level, Google Earth is used to obtain data by tracing points in the desired area.
- The more points traced, the better information is obtained for creating curves of level.
Importing Data to GPS Visualizer
- The traced points are saved as a kmz file in Google Earth.
- The kmz file is uploaded to GPS Visualizer and converted to a text file with elevation data.
- The output format is set to "Text Plain" and "UTM coordinates" are selected.
Importing Data to Excel
- The converted file is downloaded and opened in Excel.
- Unnecessary columns (e.g., type, latitude, and longitude) are deleted.
- The file is saved as a text file with "Delimited by tab" option.
Importing Data to Civil 3D
- The text file is imported into Civil 3D using the "Import points" option.
- A surface is created and the imported points are selected.
Creating Curves of Level
- The surface is created with the imported points.
- The curves of level can be visualized and edited (e.g., style, color, and distance between curves).
- Labels can be added to the curves to show elevation.
Editing Curves of Level
- The curves of level can be edited by changing their style, adding labels, and smoothing them.
- Points can be hidden to make the visualization cleaner.
Final Result
- The edited curves of level can be visualized in Civil 3D.
- Each curve can be selected individually to view its elevation.
- The curves of level can be used for further design and analysis.
Creating Contour Curves in Civil 3D
- To create contour curves in Civil 3D, data from Google Earth is required.
- In Google Earth, an area is selected, and points are added by holding the click to get more precise information.
- The file is saved as "Terreno" in KMZ format and downloaded.
- The file is loaded into the GPS Visualizer JR page and converted to plain text format.
Configuration in Excel
- Unnecessary information, such as latitude, longitude, and zone, is deleted.
- Only the columns for east, north, and altitude are kept.
- The header is removed, leaving only the important information.
Importing Points in Civil 3D
- The file is imported into Civil 3D by selecting the "Import Points" option and configuring the file format.
- The file is loaded into the point creation tool.
- The information is visualized on the screen, and zoomed in to view the points.
Creating a Surface
- A surface is created in Civil 3D by selecting the "Create Surface" option and giving it a name.
- The group of points is added to the surface, and the definition is configured.
- The surface is visualized, and the surface style and color can be changed.
Configuring Contour Curves
- The style of the contour curves is configured in the surface tool.
- The "Surface Properties" option is selected, and the visualization is configured.
- The color and style of the contour curves can be changed.
- The contour curve is smoothed to avoid being too angular.
Additional Options
- Surface labels can be added to display elevation values.
- The visualization of points can be disabled so they are not seen.
- The surface can be broken down into individual contour curves to work with them independently.
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Learn how to create curves of level in Civil 3D by obtaining data from Google Earth and importing it to GPS Visualizer. This quiz covers the steps to follow and the importance of tracing points.
