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Description

Transform simple photographs and point clouds into intricate 3D models. The process of reality modeling involves capturing the physical attributes of an infrastructure asset, developing a detailed representation, and ensuring its upkeep through ongoing surveys. Bentley's ContextCapture is a powerful reality modeling software that offers a comprehensive digital representation of the real world by producing a 3D reality mesh. This 3D reality mesh comprises numerous triangles and image data, forming a detailed model of actual conditions. Each element within this digital framework can be automatically identified and geospatially linked, allowing for an engaging and intuitive experience when navigating, locating, viewing, and querying asset information. Reality meshes find versatile applications across various engineering, maintenance, and GIS processes, offering essential real-world context to inform decisions related to design, construction, and operations. This technology often utilizes overlapping aerial photographs captured by drones, alongside ground-level images and, when necessary, enhanced with laser scans for accuracy. As such, the integration of these methods ensures a thorough and reliable digital representation of the physical environment.

Description

Forma3D is a dedicated application for iPhone and iPad that enables users to create, modify, and prepare 3D meshes, and it is also compatible with Apple silicon Macs. The app supports the import of various model formats such as STL, 3MF, OBJ, and USDZ, and offers a range of editing features including vertex, edge, and face manipulation, as well as transforms, extrusion, beveling, Boolean operations, mesh repairs, planar cuts, and model segmentation. Users can design their models through sketches, text, procedural shapes, image-based mesh generation, and sculpting tools, and they also have the option to paint different parts for multicolor printing. Forma3D allows for the export of popular mesh formats, including 3MF files that retain color and printer-specific metadata for seamless integration with compatible slicing workflows. All modeling and mesh processing occur directly on the device, which means users can work offline without any interruptions. However, it’s important to note that exported files must be opened or uploaded individually in slicing software or print services, as Forma3D does not offer direct connectivity to 3D printers, ensuring users have flexibility in how they choose to print their creations. With its extensive features and user-friendly interface, Forma3D stands out as a powerful tool for both novice and advanced 3D modelers.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Bambu Studio No 
Creality Print No 
MicroStation Yes 
Prevu3D Yes 
Skydio 3D Scan Yes 
SuperMap GIS Yes 

Integrations

Bambu Studio Yes 
Creality Print Yes 
MicroStation No 
Prevu3D No 
Skydio 3D Scan No 
SuperMap GIS No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

$6.99/month
Monthly access is $6.99 per month, with a 3-day introductory trial. Annual access is $49.99 per year, also with a 3-day introductory trial. Lifetime access is a $99.99 one-time purchase. Prices may vary by region.
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version Yes 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App Yes 
iPad App Yes 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac Yes 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) Yes 
Online Support No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Bentley Systems

Founded

1984

Country

United States

Website

www.bentley.com/en/products/brands/contextcapture

Vendor Details

Company Name

Forma3D

Country

Israel

Website

forma3d.app

Product Features

3D Modeling

2D Drawing No 
Animation No 
Annotations No 
Bill of Materials No 
Character Modeling No 
Collaboration Tools No 
Component Library No 
Data Import / Export No 
For 3D Printing No 
For Architects No 
For Manufacturers No 
Reference Management No 
Simulation No 

Drone Mapping

2D Maps No 
3D Maps No 
Annotations No 
Compare Maps No 
Distance Measurement No 
Elevation Profiles No 
Overlays No 
Photogrammetry No 
Sharing Tools No 
Site Progress Tracking No 
Virtual Inspections No 

Product Features

3D Modeling

2D Drawing No 
Animation No 
Annotations No 
Bill of Materials No 
Character Modeling No 
Collaboration Tools No 
Component Library No 
Data Import / Export No 
For 3D Printing No 
For Architects No 
For Manufacturers No 
Reference Management No 
Simulation No 

3D Printing

Analytics No 
Customizable Support Structures No 
ERP No 
Integrates with CAD No 
Mesh Analysis and Repair No 
Model Setup and Plating No 
Multi-User Support and Permissions No 
Multiple/Shared Print Queues No 
Pre-Print Simulations No 
Print File Creation No 
Slicing No 

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