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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

Reality capture tools bridge the gap between the physical realm and the digital landscape. With ReCap™ Pro, users can transform imported images and laser scans into detailed 3D models. This software outputs point clouds and meshes, facilitating Building Information Modeling (BIM) processes and enabling seamless collaboration among design teams grounded in actual data. ReCap Photo, an integrated feature of ReCap Pro, leverages drone-captured images to generate 3D visualizations of existing site conditions and various objects, while also producing point clouds, meshes, and ortho photos. The Software Development Kit (SDK) associated with ReCap Pro allows for rapid integration of real-world data into Autodesk’s design and construction applications. Users can conveniently view RealView scans alongside overhead map visuals for easy comparison. Additionally, the compass widget helps establish the XY axis for the user coordinate system in the overhead display, while advanced GPS technology ensures that ground control points are set with precision, allowing photo reconstruction to achieve survey-grade accuracy. This combination of features not only streamlines workflows but also enhances the overall accuracy of design projects.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Prevu3D Yes 
Autodesk PD&M Collection No 
Google Chrome No 
MicroStation Yes 
Skydio 3D Scan Yes 
SuperMap GIS Yes 

Integrations

Prevu3D Yes 
Autodesk PD&M Collection Yes 
Google Chrome Yes 
MicroStation No 
Skydio 3D Scan No 
SuperMap GIS No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

$26 per month
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

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 No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

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

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) Yes 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

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

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
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

Autodesk

Founded

1982

Country

United States

Website

www.autodesk.com/products/recap/overview

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 

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 

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