Re: 3D DXF to G-Code converter?

Hi Donn,

Try:

http://mapping.usgs.gov/

USGS has DEM's and DLG's at various resolutions. STLwork and STLtrans
can handle the DEM's as you probably know. DLG's (better, in my mind)
have contour data, but don't seem to be supported, that I can find.

HTH

Alan KM6VV


Donn Busby wrote:

>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "jeffswayze" <jswayze@...>
> To: <CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com>
> Sent: Thursday, February 07, 2002 6:46 AM
> Subject: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Re: 3D DXF to G-Code converter?
>
> > I haven't actually converted a DEM into a STL yet, but I've got
> > several paths to that end. Currently I'm using Byce 5 to create
> > landscapes, and I think it has a facility to import landscape data.
>
> Hello Jeff & group... Looks like you are working with a process I've been
> trying to get info on for awhile. I have all the SW I need to work with
> STL, but sources for topo maps (DEM files?) and the conversion process
> escape me. Any pointers to this info would be greatly appreciated.
>
> Donn